Prin Tool & Design Engineer
Job Title Develops and designs a variety of tools, machinery and equipment, such as shaping and cutting tools, dies, gauges and fixtures, for manufacturing and experimental purposes | Consults with plant and manufacturing personnel to determine tool specifications and requirements | Evaluates tools and machinery to improve quality and performance Impact of the Role Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field. Uses advanced techniques, theories, and processes to complete work. Leads others to solve complex problems. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. May lead functional teams or projects. Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment.
Essential Functions:
Designs and develops tools and machinery used to facilitate and optimize manufacturing processes.
Reviews product design and build requirements to determine tooling concepts, design options, testing plans, and specifications.
Develops designs for fixtures, jigs, gauges, cutting and forming tools, carts, racks, and other items to support production.
Utilizes Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to create accurate, complete, and concise design models and documentation to fabricate tools.
Estimates costs, resource requirements, and materials required for tools.
May manage the sourcing, quoting, or procurement of purchased tools.
Required Qualifications: Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience
Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Technical Expertise. 3D Modeling. Design Review. Failure Analysis. Functional Requirements. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Manufacturing Process Engineering. Rapid Prototyping. Statistical Process Control. Test Plans. Industry Standards. Production Tools. Tooling. CAD Software.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Travel Requirements: No or very little travel likely.