Tooling Engineer - Byron Center Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers in Byron Center, MI is seeking a Tooling Engineer to design and optimize tooling for manufacturing processes. This network-focused posting connects you with multiple Byron Center area manufacturers who value long-term fit and tooling expertise.

Roles involve tool design, fixture development, and collaboration with production teams to improve setup and maintenance. Opportunities span local manufacturers near Byron Center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on fixture and gauge design experience.
• CAD proficiency for tool and part modeling.
• Knowledge of machining processes and tool materials.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience supporting active production lines.

Responsibilities

• Review tool designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Coordinate tool builds and repairs with outside shops.
• Track tooling costs, lead times, and maintenance schedules.
• Run trials on new tools and document results.
• Update tooling drawings and records after changes.
• Support production teams with tooling setup and adjustments.
• Design and build fixtures, jigs, and gauges for production lines.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems during production runs.

Skills

Tooling

Lean Six Sigma

CAD

Root Cause Analysis

Manufacturing Eng

Automation Programming

Education

Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Tooling Engineer | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $69,000 - $108,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Byron Center area seeking skilled Tooling Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Tooling Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Byron Center in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Byron Center area seeking experienced Tooling Engineers. These organizations value long‑term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Review tool designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Coordinate tool builds and repairs with outside shops.
• Track tooling costs, lead times, and maintenance schedules.
• Run trials on new tools and document results.
• Update tooling drawings and records after changes.
• Support production teams with tooling setup and adjustments.
• Design and build fixtures, jigs, and gauges for production lines.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems during production runs.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with fixture and gauge design.
• Proficiency in CAD software for tool and part modeling.
• Knowledge of machining processes and tool materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD\&T.
• Experience supporting active production lines.

Bonus Qualifications

• Project management experience for tool builds.
• Experience with tool room equipment and repair.
• Experience with injection molding or stamping tooling.
• Familiarity with CNC programming.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement training.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Engineer, Tool Design Engineer, Process Engineer, Fixture Design Engineer, Tooling Specialist, Die Engineer, Mold Design Engineer, Production Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills

Resume Data Offers Robotics Inventory Lean Six Sigma Support Industrial Engineering Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Process Optimization Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Mechanical Engineering Continuous Improvement Optimization Manufacturing Specifications Automation Programming AutoCAD Procurement C Materials Preparation Data Analysis Software Maintenance Design Engineering Python

Salary Package

$ 69,000.00 - 108,000.00 (US Dollar)