Tool Designer - Peoria, Illinois

Industrial Technology Co.•Peoria, IL

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Our large manufacturing client located in Peoria, Illinois, is looking for a Tool Designer, to add to their team. Job Description Depending on experience, responsibilities include: Review manufacturing information (e.g., process routing, 3D model, workholding) of new or existing parts, as applicable, to ensure proper development or update of tool design documentation and set up of part (s) for manufacturing Evaluate and design workholding as needed to manufacture part(s) in selected machines Create new or modify existing 3D Models and 2D Prints of selected workholding utilizing CAD software. Properly set up workholding documentation in manufacturing systems as per Standard Processes Create new or modify existing 3D Models and 2D Prints of selected cutting assemblies, tool components and manufacturing engineering models as needed Properly set up documentation in manufacturing systems as per Standard Processes Update machine tool models according to specification. Modify and troubleshoot models to ensure accurate design Create machining/assembly layouts for manufacturing Assist with any tool design inquiry, issue, or concern on a promptly matter to ensure manufacturing of parts to specification Provide shop support as needed for tool design inquiries Participate of engineering team meetings, and collaborate as needed Identify opportunities for tool design optimization and cost reduction Work with cross-functional teams, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers & Operations Leaders on assigned projects or activities Manage multiple projects, prioritize requests and meet timelines

Requirements

Bachelor or Associate's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or similar field is preferred
Strong knowledge in manufacturing, specially machining processes such as turning, milling, drilling and tapping is required
At least two years of work experience on fixture/tool design, 3D modeling and 2D drawing, is required
Must have experience in 3D/2D CAD/CAM systems. NX and Creo/Pro-E preferred Ability to read blueprints is a must.
Ability to handle multiple projects and to meet deadlines is required
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
Ability to read and understand regulations and procedures is required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor or Associate's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or similar field is preferred
Must have experience in 3D/2D CAD/CAM systems. NX and Creo/Pro-E preferred

Responsibilities

Review manufacturing information (e.g., process routing, 3D model, workholding) of new or existing parts, as applicable, to ensure proper development or update of tool design documentation and set up of part (s) for manufacturing
Evaluate and design workholding as needed to manufacture part(s) in selected machines
Create new or modify existing 3D Models and 2D Prints of selected workholding utilizing CAD software.
Properly set up workholding documentation in manufacturing systems as per Standard Processes
Create new or modify existing 3D Models and 2D Prints of selected cutting assemblies, tool components and manufacturing engineering models as needed
Properly set up documentation in manufacturing systems as per Standard Processes Update machine tool models according to specification.
Modify and troubleshoot models to ensure accurate design
Create machining/assembly layouts for manufacturing
Assist with any tool design inquiry, issue, or concern on a promptly matter to ensure manufacturing of parts to specification
Provide shop support as needed for tool design inquiries
Participate of engineering team meetings, and collaborate as needed
Identify opportunities for tool design optimization and cost reduction
Work with cross-functional teams, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers & Operations Leaders on assigned projects or activities
Manage multiple projects, prioritize requests and meet timelines