Tooling Engineer

Nucor

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Tool Design Engineer is responsible for designing and developing tooling, manufacturing processes, part progressions, and detailed tooling drawings required to produce fasteners that meet customer print specifications and industry standards. This role will also support the identification and implementation of process improvements aimed at increasing production rates, extending tooling life, and enhancing part quality. This position will work closely with the Forming, Tooling, and Wire Processing departments to ensure optimal tool performance and consistent quality. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Two (2) years’ experience with 3D design software, i.e. SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD
• Ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of nut/bolt cold forming principles
• Experience in tool design, mechanical design, or a related manufacturing engineering role
• Hands‑on experience with tooling, dies, fixtures, or cold‑forming processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing tooling, manufacturing processes, part progressions, and detailed tooling drawings required to produce fasteners that meet customer print specifications and industry standards
• Supporting the identification and implementation of process improvements aimed at increasing production rates, extending tooling life, and enhancing part quality
• Working closely with the Forming, Tooling, and Wire Processing departments to ensure optimal tool performance and consistent quality
• Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401K accounts
• Roth accounts
• Profit sharing
• Pay-for-performance bonuses
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Stock program
• Scholarships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees