Tooling Engineer – Grand Rapids Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Grand Rapids, MI connects manufacturers with skilled Tooling Engineers. This posting covers opportunities to design, build, and optimize tooling for production lines, including fixtures, jigs, and gauges, with an emphasis on maintaining documentation and improving tooling efficiency.

Qualified candidates will have a mechanical or manufacturing engineering background, CAD proficiency, and hands-on fixture design experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Hands-on experience with fixture and gauge design.
• Knowledge of machining processes and tool materials.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Education

Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description:

Tooling Engineer | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $76,000 – $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated 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 and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Grand Rapids area seeking experienced Tooling Engineers to strengthen their teams.

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 Grand Rapids in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including East Grand Rapids and Northview.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Grand Rapids area that seek Tooling Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience supporting active production lines.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Work Authorization

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

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Support BASIC Lean Manufacturing Development Root Cause Analysis ROOT Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Validation Mechanical Engineering Continuous Improvement Optimization Manufacturing AutoCAD Procurement Materials Preparation Software Maintenance Design Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 76,000.00 – 116,000.00 (US Dollar)