Tool Design Engineer II

Sonaca North America • Saint Charles, MO

84d • $80,480 - $134,040

About The Position

Sonaca North America is currently seeking a Tool Design Engineer II. Under the direction of the Tool Design Manager, this position will be responsible for the development of conceptualized tooling solutions and creation of CAD models to support the tooling requirements for any given project. This position will develop technical solutions to problems with a moderate level of complexity. Most work will be performed without direction and will require regular use of ingenuity and creativity. This individual will work both independently as well as part of a team to complete specific projects related to the design and development of tooling solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5-9 years of experience in the Aerospace Industry or related field or the equivalent in training, education and experience.
• Requires advanced knowledge of Unigraphics NX and/or CATIA V5 CAD Software and MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates requirements to develop tool concepts.
• Develops complex tool and equipment specifications.
• Assists in the development of complex tool and equipment concepts and alternatives.
• Ability to manipulate data sets such as conceptual tool design models and deliverable designs.
• Will create and modify tool designs.
• Develops and implements alternative methods and interim solutions for damaged or unsafe tools and equipment to meet functional requirements.
• Participates in tool/equipment try-outs to ensure requirements have been satisfied.
• Evaluates and develops/revises preventative maintenance requirements for tools.
• Responds to requests for review and evaluates ability to produce proposed design with respect to forming, machining, and finishing by using in-house or supplier provided processes to support customer specifications.
• Assists in determining methodology for assembly of components and evaluates part-features required to support the proposed product.
• Investigates, develops, and verifies feasibility of tool concepts.
• Incorporates safety, ergonomic, and regulatory requirements in tool designs.
• Works well under general supervision.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees