Design/Manufacturing Engineer

GWS Tool Group • Menomonee Falls, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design/Manufacturing Engineer will initiate and complete the concept design phase for special form tools & complex modified standard cutting tools, produce new drawings, and designate production routings across a variety of industries. The Design/Manufacturing Engineer will work with the Sales Team and the Customer, to ensure tooling is designed and released to the shop on time and with accuracy. GWS Tool Group is a North American company that specializes in making custom, standard, and modified standard cutting tools. While we have the resources and capabilities of large companies in our industry, we maintain a small and service-focused approach. Our "Custom Comes Standard" philosophy reflects how we provide value to the market. We're known for being a one-stop shop for customized tooling needs, designing and manufacturing these tools in our various factories. What sets us apart is our ability to tailor our capacity to meet the unique requirements of our customers and their preferred partners. We encourage everyone to think creatively because with GWS, the possibilities are virtually limitless. GWS Tool Group is part of the Sandvik Group – A high-tech and global engineering company offering products and services that enhance customer productivity, profitability and sustainability. In 2023, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41000 employees and revenues of about 127 billion SEK.

Requirements

• College degree is required, preferable degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to read blueprints is required.
• Knowledge of cutting tool series application understanding.
• Must have MS office skills.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of spatial awareness and ability to conceptualize complex geometry.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and an attention to detail.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

• Machining experience is preferred.
• Vocational school or apprenticeship preferred.
• Manufacturing background is preferred.
• Solidworks/AutoCAD experience is preferred.
• Computer programming experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and Quote standard, modified standard, and custom tools.
• Collect data by interfacing with customers and sales reps to help make a selection of tool type.
• Gather manufacturing and engineering data to effectively evaluate production feasibility of the customer request and provide accurate quotations to the customer.
• Communicate with customers about quotations, applications and design engineering.
• Assist inside sales with order processing, phone calls, and mail during times of excessive load.
• Request material quotes for materials when needed.
• Make engineering changes to existing designs.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level