Tooling Engineer – Montague Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Montague Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 74.000 - 113.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Tooling Engineer in Montague, MI to design and improve tooling for manufacturing processes. The role offers a salary range of $74,000 to $113,000 depending on experience and requires hands-on fixture/gauge design, CAD modeling, and GD&T proficiency.

This opportunity focuses on coordinating tool builds, running trials, and supporting production teams in a dynamic manufacturing environment near Montague.

Qualifikationen

• 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.
• Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Review tool designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.

Kenntnisse

Fixture design

Gauge design

CAD modeling

Engineering drawings

GD&T

Production support

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

Tooling Engineer | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 – $113,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Montague area seeking experienced 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 Montague in Muskegon County, within about 45 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Montague region seeking Tooling Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• Review tool designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.

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

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

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Support BASIC Lean Manufacturing Development Root Cause Analysis Technical Documentation Six Sigma ROOT Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Validation Components Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Specifications AutoCAD Procurement Materials Preparation Software Documentation Maintenance Design Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 74,000.00 – 113,000.00 (US Dollar)