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Job Description
Description Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, model, and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment using Siemens NX.Create detailed tooling drawings, assemblies, and engineering documentation in accordance with company standards.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs through tooling design and CAD modeling activities.
Develop tooling solutions for product transfer projects and production readiness activities.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management teams to ensure tooling designs meet production requirements.
Participate in design reviews, feasibility assessments, and root cause investigations.
Support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, and process optimization.
Maintain configuration control and documentation for tooling designs and revisions.
Provide technical support during tooling fabrication, validation, and implementation.
Assist with troubleshooting tooling-related manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
Required QualificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 5 years of tooling design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Advanced proficiency with Siemens NX CAD software.
Demonstrated experience designing complex manufacturing tooling and fixtures.
Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes.
Experience creating detailed drawings and BOMs for fabrication and assembly.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred QualificationsAerospace or precision manufacturing experience.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
Knowledge of machining, assembly, inspection, and special process tooling.
Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and aerospace manufacturing requirements.
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Understanding of DFM/DFA principles and manufacturing process development.
Experience working with machine shops and tooling vendors.
Why Join This Project?
This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to several strategic initiatives, including:
Solar project tooling developmentCombustion case NPI programsWindsor transfer support activitiesContinuous improvement projects across manufacturing operationsThe selected candidate will have significant visibility within engineering and operations teams while helping drive successful program execution and production readiness.
Why Join This Project?
This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to several strategic initiatives, including:
Support NPI programsSupport Job transfer activitiesContinuous improvement projects across manufacturing operationsThe selected candidate will have significant visibility within engineering and operations teams while helping drive successful tooling execution and production readiness.•Please note that this is a contract position with an expected duration of 6 to 12 months.•Qualifications EducationBachelors (required) Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs through tooling design and CAD modeling activities.
Develop tooling solutions for product transfer projects and production readiness activities.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management teams to ensure tooling designs meet production requirements.
Participate in design reviews, feasibility assessments, and root cause investigations.
Support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, and process optimization.
Maintain configuration control and documentation for tooling designs and revisions.
Provide technical support during tooling fabrication, validation, and implementation.
Assist with troubleshooting tooling-related manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
Required QualificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 5 years of tooling design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Advanced proficiency with Siemens NX CAD software.
Demonstrated experience designing complex manufacturing tooling and fixtures.
Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes.
Experience creating detailed drawings and BOMs for fabrication and assembly.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred QualificationsAerospace or precision manufacturing experience.
Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
Knowledge of machining, assembly, inspection, and special process tooling.
Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and aerospace manufacturing requirements.
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Understanding of DFM/DFA principles and manufacturing process development.
Experience working with machine shops and tooling vendors.
Why Join This Project?
This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to several strategic initiatives, including:
Solar project tooling developmentCombustion case NPI programsWindsor transfer support activitiesContinuous improvement projects across manufacturing operationsThe selected candidate will have significant visibility within engineering and operations teams while helping drive successful program execution and production readiness.
Why Join This Project?
This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to several strategic initiatives, including:
Support NPI programsSupport Job transfer activitiesContinuous improvement projects across manufacturing operationsThe selected candidate will have significant visibility within engineering and operations teams while helping drive successful tooling execution and production readiness.•Please note that this is a contract position with an expected duration of 6 to 12 months.•Qualifications EducationBachelors (required) Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.