Laboratory Tooling Designer

About the role

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagines rotation for a better tomorrow! As a cornerstone in industrial life, SKF manufactures bearings that support various machines and products in motion. The company is committed to sustainability, aiming to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030. SKF's values include collaboration, curiosity, courage, care, and a culture of belonging.

Required Language

Ability to speak (conversational), read, and write in English.

Education

Associate in Engineering Science (AES) degree or minimum 3rd year undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Key Qualifications

• Tool Design
• CAD & Analysis: High proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo Parametric (preferred), SolidWorks, or Autocad)
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance analysis
• Materials & Manufacturing: Knowledge of machining processes, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and materials science
• General Knowledge needs: Ability to design, create, and approve CAD drawings and assembly models; prior experience with CREO Parametric 10.0 is a plus
• Advanced mechanical skills
• Capable of using precision measurement instruments
• Ability to create written instructions
• Basic knowledge of sealing technology is a plus but not required
• Basic understanding of PLC programming and VFD control is a plus but not required
• Basic knowledge of calibration and verification activities is a plus but not required
• Six Sigma green belt certification is a plus but not required

Duties

• Design & Modeling: Create detailed 2D/3D CAD models and production drawings for lab test stations and tooling
• Fixturing & Workholding: Develop specialized jigs and fixtures to hold, assemble, or test components
• Product lifecycle management (PLM): Interact with data management software to create, revise, and manage part drawings
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, technicians, and vendors to ensure tools meet rigorous operational, safety, and precision standards
• Specification & Procurement: Select appropriate engineering materials, manage Bill of Materials (BOMs), and oversee the fabrication or sourcing of tools
• Verification: Develop methods and work standards to validate that the designed tooling performs accurately under laboratory conditions in compliance with quality standards and customer specifications
• Management of tooling stock: Responsible for design, supplier RFQs, quote comparison, vendor choice, purchasing activities (purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and receipts), receiving inspection, non-conformance management, and vendor corrective actions for the procurement of tooling used to mount test samples onto machinery
• Maintain accurate daily logs of temperature, oil leakage, etc. as defined by test request
• For environmental tests, maintain all auxiliary test equipment throughout the duration of the test
• Perform routine maintenance of lab test equipment and tools
• Participate in SKF's safety practices and maintain a safe work environment
• Actively nourish a culture of continuous improvement to improve the efficiency of the laboratory activities in the interest of SKF (Familiar with: Maintenance excellence program, 5S, VSM is a plus, but not required)
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and instructions for efficient use of the laboratories equipment and facilities to ensure reliability, accuracy, and traceability of the results (Familiar with the Lab quality systems: ISO 9001, ISO 17025 is a plus, but not required)

Environment

Industrial Laboratory: Shop floor and office settings

Required safety equipment

• Safety glasses with side shields
• Safety-toe shoes
• Hearing protection

Potential chemical exposures

• Contact with engineered rubber products
• Industrial lubricants (i.e. hydraulics, oil, grease)
• Contaminants (i.e. mud, dust, salt, fertilizer)

What You’ll Love About SKF

• Rest and Relaxation: Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays
• Work/Life Integration: SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health
• Flexible work options available, depending on role
• Diversity in the Workplace: At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation
• Best in Class Benefits: SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
• Bonus: SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management
• Invest in your Future: Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.