Tool & Die Designer

Ranger Die • Coopersville, MI

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About The Position

Ranger Die is seeking a Tool & Die Designer to join its in-house design team. The role involves using 3-D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, on a variety of projects and collaborating with Die Makers to develop designs into finished dies, components, and parts. The ideal candidate has experience designing progressive dies.

The Designer creates stamping dies, prototype tooling, and die components that meet customer standards and provides technical support to customers, the tool room, production, and sales/estimating. The position also requires effective communication with the Engineering Manager and timely handling of requests and inquiries.

Applicants must pass a background check and a pre-employment physical with drug screen. Any job offer is contingent on the results of these checks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of experience working with 3-D CAD software.
• At least 2 years of experience designing progressive stamping dies.
• Technical aptitude, spatial reasoning, technical drawing skills, problem-solving ability, and sound judgment.
• Attention to detail, effective time management, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of progressive die design practices.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment physical with drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design high-quality dies that meet customer standards.
• Prepare and facilitate die review meetings with internal and external customers, taking notes as required.
• Check prototype assemblies for potential formability or assembly errors.
• Examine CAD models for correct color codes and machinability.
• Verify detail drawings for completeness, clarity, and dimensional accuracy.
• Communicate customer needs effectively to the tool room.
• Generate accurate bills of materials.
• Collaborate with die makers and CNC Operators as required.
• Respond promptly to inquiries and requests.
• Communicate timely and accurate information to the Engineering Manager, including problems that could prevent normal completion of duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k)
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED