Tool design engineer job description
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Tool design engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in tool design engineer job postings.
Sample tool design engineer requirements
- Familiarity with CAD software
- Experience with material properties
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes
- In-depth understanding of engineering fundamentals
- Ability to interpret technical drawings
Sample required tool design engineer soft skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to use creative solutions to complex issues
Tool design engineer job description example 1
Saint-Gobain tool design engineer job description
The Saint-Gobain facility in Orange, CT is seeking a
Tooling Engineer
Saint-Gobain is a Global Top Employer. We offer competitive salaries, matching 401k, pension plan, bonus program, medical/RX/dental/vision, tuition reimbursement and so much more.
This position is responsible for the design, optimization, detailing, and manufacturing project management of new die forming/roll forming tools, machining/work holding fixtures, and other tooling as required using CAD tools. This position is also responsible for design/print modifications to existing tooling.
* Use Solidworks and other CAD software as required to design/modify and detail machining fixtures, tooling, and die forming/roll forming tools. Select the correct geometry, material and finishes based on internal guidelines and safety reviews. Ensure that the design meets customer print and specification requirements as required, and that the designs are optimized for safety, manufacturability, assembly, and production use. Use best practices and historical data to ensure optimized tool designs and functionality.
* Support the sourcing of material and components required for tools and fixtures. Develop material requirements list and support the quoting process with the purchasing department as required.
* Support the quote process, vendor selection, and design reviews for vendor supplied tooling procurement projects. Participate in 3rd party tool reviews and recommend design changes as needed to ensure that tool designs are compliant with internal requirements.
* Provide support to production and the tool room with tool/fixture designs, modifications, or assembly. Communicate the intent of the design or assembly to ease installation and use. Support Engineering/Operations in product development/process improvements through tooling/fixture optimization to improve yield, runtime, or other projects related to safety, quality, delivery, or cost.
* Assist in managing the manufacturing planning, scheduling and on time completion of internal tooling orders through proper communication and critical thinking to support the effort to reduce lead time for new products and ensure project timelines are met.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelors' Degree in Engineering OR Equivalent Work Experience is required
* 2+ years' experience in Tooling Design in a Manufacturing Environment is required
* 2+ years' experience in Solidworks or Similar software is required
* 1+ years' experience in Die Form Tooling Design/Roll Form Tooling Design/Precision Sheet Metal Forming is preferred
* Able to listen, understand and convey customer requirements
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to multitask, be hands on and dive deep as needed, perform under pressure and meet deadlines
* Work from drawings, sketches and or scanned images, customer drawings, and or specifications.
* An excellent grasp of engineering and design principles.
* Provide design and specification development support to end users, integrators, and distributors
* Experience in die forming process & machining processes
* Proficiency in 3D CAD or design software (Solidworks, AutoCAD)
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Tooling Engineer
Saint-Gobain is a Global Top Employer. We offer competitive salaries, matching 401k, pension plan, bonus program, medical/RX/dental/vision, tuition reimbursement and so much more.
This position is responsible for the design, optimization, detailing, and manufacturing project management of new die forming/roll forming tools, machining/work holding fixtures, and other tooling as required using CAD tools. This position is also responsible for design/print modifications to existing tooling.
* Use Solidworks and other CAD software as required to design/modify and detail machining fixtures, tooling, and die forming/roll forming tools. Select the correct geometry, material and finishes based on internal guidelines and safety reviews. Ensure that the design meets customer print and specification requirements as required, and that the designs are optimized for safety, manufacturability, assembly, and production use. Use best practices and historical data to ensure optimized tool designs and functionality.
* Support the sourcing of material and components required for tools and fixtures. Develop material requirements list and support the quoting process with the purchasing department as required.
* Support the quote process, vendor selection, and design reviews for vendor supplied tooling procurement projects. Participate in 3rd party tool reviews and recommend design changes as needed to ensure that tool designs are compliant with internal requirements.
* Provide support to production and the tool room with tool/fixture designs, modifications, or assembly. Communicate the intent of the design or assembly to ease installation and use. Support Engineering/Operations in product development/process improvements through tooling/fixture optimization to improve yield, runtime, or other projects related to safety, quality, delivery, or cost.
* Assist in managing the manufacturing planning, scheduling and on time completion of internal tooling orders through proper communication and critical thinking to support the effort to reduce lead time for new products and ensure project timelines are met.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelors' Degree in Engineering OR Equivalent Work Experience is required
* 2+ years' experience in Tooling Design in a Manufacturing Environment is required
* 2+ years' experience in Solidworks or Similar software is required
* 1+ years' experience in Die Form Tooling Design/Roll Form Tooling Design/Precision Sheet Metal Forming is preferred
* Able to listen, understand and convey customer requirements
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to multitask, be hands on and dive deep as needed, perform under pressure and meet deadlines
* Work from drawings, sketches and or scanned images, customer drawings, and or specifications.
* An excellent grasp of engineering and design principles.
* Provide design and specification development support to end users, integrators, and distributors
* Experience in die forming process & machining processes
* Proficiency in 3D CAD or design software (Solidworks, AutoCAD)
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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Tool design engineer job description example 2
Apple tool design engineer job description
Santa Clara Valley (Cupertino),California,United States
Hardware
+ Typically requires a minimum of 3+ years of experience with EDA tools such as HFSS, Q3D, SIwave, PowerSI, PowerDC, HyperLynx and relevant simulation methodologies. Candidates with more experience, can take on more responsibilities.
+ Proficiency with Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) system design software solutions and methodologies.
+ Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Python, PERL or TCL.
+ Experience with web development, including HTML and Javascript.
+ A proven understanding of fundamentals of Signal and Power Integrity.
+ Self-starter with phenomenal interpersonal skills
+ Thrives in a multifaceted work environment, independently and as part of a team.
+ Get-it-done attitude
**Description**
Design and develop Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis and simulation solutions on sophisticated, groundbreaking PCBs. Develop a regression infrastructure and suggest design metrics to supervise and analyze. Work with multi-functional partners to define use cases, brainstorm solutions and generate product requirements. Act as domain authority and evangelize innovative analysis and simulation solutions and tools to the hardware engineering community. Collaborate with vendors to ensure that Apple's needs are understood and met. Work under aggressive schedules, independently and within a larger project context, to achieve initiatives
**Education & Experience**
Ph.D or MS or BS Degree.
**Additional Requirements**
**Apple Footer**
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is required to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the New York City Department of Health. We will verify the vaccination status of all New York City team members who are working at an Apple Store, office, or partner store in New York City. New York City Department of Health Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Hardware
+ Typically requires a minimum of 3+ years of experience with EDA tools such as HFSS, Q3D, SIwave, PowerSI, PowerDC, HyperLynx and relevant simulation methodologies. Candidates with more experience, can take on more responsibilities.
+ Proficiency with Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) system design software solutions and methodologies.
+ Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Python, PERL or TCL.
+ Experience with web development, including HTML and Javascript.
+ A proven understanding of fundamentals of Signal and Power Integrity.
+ Self-starter with phenomenal interpersonal skills
+ Thrives in a multifaceted work environment, independently and as part of a team.
+ Get-it-done attitude
**Description**
Design and develop Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis and simulation solutions on sophisticated, groundbreaking PCBs. Develop a regression infrastructure and suggest design metrics to supervise and analyze. Work with multi-functional partners to define use cases, brainstorm solutions and generate product requirements. Act as domain authority and evangelize innovative analysis and simulation solutions and tools to the hardware engineering community. Collaborate with vendors to ensure that Apple's needs are understood and met. Work under aggressive schedules, independently and within a larger project context, to achieve initiatives
**Education & Experience**
Ph.D or MS or BS Degree.
**Additional Requirements**
**Apple Footer**
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is required to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the New York City Department of Health. We will verify the vaccination status of all New York City team members who are working at an Apple Store, office, or partner store in New York City. New York City Department of Health Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
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Tool design engineer job description example 3
General Dynamics tool design engineer job description
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems produces high-quality, high performance gun systems for a broad spectrum of land, sea, and air applications. Our products are built on decades of experience and knowledge in innovative design and development and the latest manufacturing technologies. We are an industry leader in the development and production of single and multi-barrel gatling guns, individual crew-served weapons, ammunition handling systems, shipboard defense systems, gun pods and loaders.
The Senior/Principal Tool Design Engineer determines the technical approach, applies creativity and advanced concepts around specialty in developing tooling solutions. Provides support to a wide array of technical products and leadership in the Tool Design function with respect to tool, fixture and gage knowledge, tolerance analysis, PLM system, ASME drafting standards, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and general problem solving.
+ Oversees and plans design activities, determines in-house design, manufacture and purchase, schedules, and requisitions material for tooling projects.
+ Provides estimate for the number of hours to design, process, and manufacture and inspect tooling components to support all facets of manufacturing and final product delivery.
+ Determining the technical approach by developing and trading off design concepts that satisfy requirements and constraints.
+ Actively maintains and improves knowledge of tool design, machines, engineering standards, procedures, new technology (materials, hydraulic and/or pneumatic clamping) through personal training and education.
+ Provides engineering consultation on manufacturing processes, possible tooling and gaging requirements, and cost/delivery analysis.
+ Work primarily on fixtures, tools and gages for manufacturing and assembly, work holding, special tools used in machining and assembly.
+ Develop and implement cost reduction programs consistent with Lean Manufacturing principals.
+ Lead or participate in cross functional project teams designed to introduce new products, improve existing products, better our manufacturing process or, advance our competitive advantage in the marketplace.
+ Determine practical approach to component tolerance as it relates to manufacturing and gaging.
+ Evaluate what equipment and process will be needed to complete the work.
+ Uses computerized design and computer aided engineering tools to perform job requirements (Siemens NX preferred).
+ Has a good knowledge of various materials (tools, steels), their mechanical properties and condition, and selection of to meet demands of manufacturing environment.
+ Communication with the project team, labs and suppliers, customers, and functional management.
This position concerns itself with the tool design work related to planning, designing, analyzing, and documenting manufacturing and assembly tools required to produce parts, components, or systems.
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an applicable engineering, technical, or science discipline.
+ Six to eight years of relevant experience.
+ Work performed with minimal supervision guided by policies and precedent.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of discipline and full capability of applying principles, concepts, and practice in arriving at solutions to problems of moderate complexity.
+ Has considerable latitude in making decisions which may have relatively significant impact on the program/project.
+ May function in project leadership role on moderately sized project or report to more senior leader on large projects.
Street: 291 North Street
The Senior/Principal Tool Design Engineer determines the technical approach, applies creativity and advanced concepts around specialty in developing tooling solutions. Provides support to a wide array of technical products and leadership in the Tool Design function with respect to tool, fixture and gage knowledge, tolerance analysis, PLM system, ASME drafting standards, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and general problem solving.
+ Oversees and plans design activities, determines in-house design, manufacture and purchase, schedules, and requisitions material for tooling projects.
+ Provides estimate for the number of hours to design, process, and manufacture and inspect tooling components to support all facets of manufacturing and final product delivery.
+ Determining the technical approach by developing and trading off design concepts that satisfy requirements and constraints.
+ Actively maintains and improves knowledge of tool design, machines, engineering standards, procedures, new technology (materials, hydraulic and/or pneumatic clamping) through personal training and education.
+ Provides engineering consultation on manufacturing processes, possible tooling and gaging requirements, and cost/delivery analysis.
+ Work primarily on fixtures, tools and gages for manufacturing and assembly, work holding, special tools used in machining and assembly.
+ Develop and implement cost reduction programs consistent with Lean Manufacturing principals.
+ Lead or participate in cross functional project teams designed to introduce new products, improve existing products, better our manufacturing process or, advance our competitive advantage in the marketplace.
+ Determine practical approach to component tolerance as it relates to manufacturing and gaging.
+ Evaluate what equipment and process will be needed to complete the work.
+ Uses computerized design and computer aided engineering tools to perform job requirements (Siemens NX preferred).
+ Has a good knowledge of various materials (tools, steels), their mechanical properties and condition, and selection of to meet demands of manufacturing environment.
+ Communication with the project team, labs and suppliers, customers, and functional management.
This position concerns itself with the tool design work related to planning, designing, analyzing, and documenting manufacturing and assembly tools required to produce parts, components, or systems.
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent in an applicable engineering, technical, or science discipline.
+ Six to eight years of relevant experience.
+ Work performed with minimal supervision guided by policies and precedent.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of discipline and full capability of applying principles, concepts, and practice in arriving at solutions to problems of moderate complexity.
+ Has considerable latitude in making decisions which may have relatively significant impact on the program/project.
+ May function in project leadership role on moderately sized project or report to more senior leader on large projects.
Street: 291 North Street
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024