Tool Design Engineer

Oxbo, Forage Division•Marshfield, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Tool Design Engineers are responsible for the design of new tools as well as making improvements to existing ones. They are responsible for creating CAD models and drawings, determining tool specifications and production as well as carrying out calculations to establish tools cost, materials, and dimensions.

Requirements

Ability to partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Toolmakers, other Production Operation teams and external suppliers
Ability to work in a fast pace production environment
Knowledge of robotic programming welding practices a plus
Knowledge of laser cutting and sheet metal fabrication
Experience establishing cost effective tool and fixture designs that support machined metal, and welding part production processes is a plus
Significant experience designing fixtures with Solidworks
Understanding of advanced tool design requirements
Experience using GD&T
Ability to develop clean sheet tool concept based on weldment prints
PDM Experience
Ability to work independently and to collaborate with others
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Background in tooling machining techniques and manufacturing practices
Understanding of welding techniques and processes
Background in the mechanical, physical and ergonomic aspects as part of proper tool design
Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar

Responsibilities

Designs tooling and gaging utilizing CAD and AutoCAD system upon request
Oversees Engineering and Manufacturing tooling production needs
Coordinates tooling and routing requirements
Estimates tooling, design and fabrication costs
Provides recommendations to Vendors, Designers, Engineers, R&D, Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineers to resolve part and fabrication fixturing problems utilizing reduced content practices
Creates, updates, and maintains tool drawings, files and records
Identifies and implements continuous productivity and quality improvements
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures
Adheres to company quality protocols and processes
Works with Quality Assurance team to develop quality assurance parameters on existing and new tooling designs
Perform job duties in an ethical, professional manner which is consistent with the H&S handbook
Performs other related duties as assigned by management