The Tooling Design Engineer role, based in St. Croix County, plays a critical part in improving quality, repeatability, throughput, and operational efficiency by delivering robust, production-ready tooling solutions.

Now’s your chance to apply for the Tooling Design Engineer position, where you will be responsible for the design, development, and support of jigs, fixtures, and production tooling used in a manufacturing environment.

CORE FOCUS OF THE ROLE

The position combines detailed design work with hands-on involvement in build, debug, and production support, working closely with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.

DAY-TO-DAY OF THE ROLE

• Design jigs, fixtures, and production tooling from concept through production release
• Create detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks
• Develop tooling solutions that support accuracy, repeatability, safety, and efficiency
• Perform design calculations, tolerance analysis, and design-for-manufacturability reviews
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings and BOMs
• Support tooling build, installation, debug, and production launch activities
• Troubleshoot tooling and fixture issues on the shop floor
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams to support production needs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to tooling performance and reliability
• Work with external suppliers and machine shops as required

SKILLS YOU NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Proven experience designing jigs, fixtures, and production tooling
• Strong SolidWorks proficiency (or equivalent CAD software)
• Experience supporting tooling in a production or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on, practical engineering mindset
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Combination of desk-based design work and hands-on shop-floor support
• Interaction with manufacturing equipment and production teams
• Occasional travel may be required

TO APPLY

To apply for the Tooling Design Engineer job, fill out the application form below. Your submission will be sent to Phil Hodson.

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