Tool Designer
@ Nelson Global ProductsNelson Global Productsnelsonglobalproducts.com
Tool Designer
Indianapolis, IN
Posted 1 day ago
About the job
A manufacturing company seeking a Tool Designer to create and improve tooling, fixtures, and jigs, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency in production processes.
Requirements
- Proficiency in CAD software
- Experience with tooling design
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Qualifications
- 2+ years tooling design experience
- Associate's or higher in mechanical engineering
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented and detail-checking skills
Full job description
- Design and develop tooling, jigs, and fixtures to support fabrication, welding, assembly, and machining operations.
- Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models using software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and quality teams to identify tooling needs and develop practical solutions.
- Review and improve existing tooling designs for performance, durability, and ease of use.
- Specify materials, components, and processes for tooling fabrication.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal fabrication teams to ensure timely and cost-effective tooling builds.
- Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives by optimizing tooling layouts and ergonomics.
- Maintain documentation and revision control for all tooling designs and related specifications.
- Troubleshoot performance issues and provide on-floor support during implementation.
- Ensure all designs comply with company safety standards and industry best practices.
- Bullets of required physical and mental requirements.
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