Tool Designer

Metalcraft of Mayville•West Bend, WI

About The Position

The Tool Designer reports to the Tool Room Manager in Mayville and designs production tooling while contributing to continuous improvement projects at the West Bend plant. The role supports the design and modification of tooling for manufacturing components to customer specifications, provides modeling support to tool makers, and maintains tooling records. The designer also participates in project meetings and follows company quality and safety procedures.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical Design or five years of practical experience in tool and die or tool design.
Proficient blueprint-reading skills.
Knowledge of conventional machining practices.
Knowledge of manual and robotic welding.
Knowledge of product and process development.
Quality orientation and attention to detail.
Problem analysis and problem-resolution skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
At least two years of solid modeling experience.
Computer proficiency.
Basic knowledge of GD&T.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman (tool and die) certification.
Solid modeling experience using Pro-Engineer or Creo.

Responsibilities

Design tools to manufacture components according to customer specifications, including arc weld fixtures, machine fixtures, assembly fixtures, assembly tools, brake press tooling, and punch press tooling.
Evaluate current production processes and design tooling to support improvements.
Provide solid modeling support to tool makers as required.
Work with tool makers while new tools are being built or existing tools are modified.
Review Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for tool modification requirements.
Assign tool numbers to jobs and maintain tooling records.
Attend project meetings as required to provide input to the team.
Adhere to the company Quality Policy and follow procedures documented in the training agreement.
Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean and orderly.
Perform other tool room-related duties as assigned.