Tool Design Engineer

SOGECLAIR•Toronto, ON

About The Position

The Tooling Designer is responsible for designing, modifying, and maintaining manufacturing tooling solutions based on engineering and production requirements. This role supports production efficiency, quality, and safety by delivering reliable and innovative tooling designs while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams throughout the design, fabrication, and validation process.

Requirements

College diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
5 to 10 years of relevant experience in tooling design, manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
Proficiency with CATIA V5 and/or Siemens NX, including experience working within a PLM environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling fabrication, and assembly operations.
Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
Familiarity with advanced manufacturing methods such as machining, assembly processes, composite materials, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and production tooling development.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer-oriented skills.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and manage tight deadlines.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and sound technical judgment.
Detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Innovative mindset with the ability to identify and implement practical solutions.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of industry standards and regulations is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, modify, and update tooling drawings and 3D models based on manufacturing and engineering requirements.
Create manufacturing and assembly tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and support equipment used in production environments.
Participate in tooling validation and try-out activities in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.
Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to ensure project requirements are met.
Analyze and resolve technical issues related to tooling design, fabrication, and implementation.
Conduct design reviews, tolerance analyses, and risk assessments to ensure tooling performance and reliability.
Support tooling manufacturing, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain tooling documentation, configuration control, and revision management.
Contribute to cost reduction efforts and improvements in manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and best design practices.