Tooling Engineer — CAD & Shop-Floor Process Optimizer

Frey Consulting Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Frey Consulting Group is seeking a Tooling Engineer to design tooling and manufacturing processes for fastener production, focusing on tool life, efficiency, and quality. This hands-on role requires working directly with operators and production teams on the shop floor.

You will create tooling drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to tooling performance and production throughput. A strong mechanical background and collaborative mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology.
• 2+ years of experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling, dies, fixtures, part progressions, and manufacturing processes.
• Create detailed tooling drawings using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• Work directly with operators and toolmakers to troubleshoot tooling and production issues.
• Identify and implement improvements to tool life, production rates, process efficiency, and part quality.
• Support new product introductions, tooling development, and process implementation.
• Analyze production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and develop practical corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Forming, Tooling, Wire Processing, and Production teams.
• Provide engineering support directly on the manufacturing floor.
• Maintain tooling drawings, engineering documentation, and process information.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain a strong focus on workplace safety.

Skills

Hands-on mindset

3D CAD

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or Engineering Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Frey Consulting Group is seeking a Tooling Engineer to design tooling and manufacturing processes for fastener production, focusing on tool life, efficiency, and quality. This hands-on role requires working directly with operators and production teams on the shop floor.

You will create tooling drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to tooling performance and production throughput. A strong mechanical background and collaborative mindset are essential.