Tooling Design Engineer

About the role

TRUMPF's sheet metal fabrication tooling division is seeking a Tool Design Engineer to lead the development of custom punch and die solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer punch and die tooling for sheet metal punching and forming applications, balancing customer specifications with manufacturing feasibility
• Develop and program EDM (electrical discharge machining) processes, including electrode design and hard milling operations
• Collaborate with the tool design team to troubleshoot production challenges and refine designs based on real-world performance
• Create and maintain technical documentation—drawings, specifications, and test records—that clearly communicates design intent to production and quality teams
• Conduct product testing and validation, document findings, and communicate results to ensure tooling reliability and performance
• Process design change notices (ECNs) and implement updates as customer needs or production learnings require
• Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support, consulting directly with customers to understand their requirements and troubleshoot issues
• Issue production orders based on finalized specifications

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication, tool and die making, or a related field
• Proficiency with CAD software (Solidworks, HP ME10, or equivalent) and hard milling programming (TopCam, CamTek, or similar)
• Working knowledge of EDM processes and TRUMPF punch equipment and ToPs software
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field preferred
• 2+ years of formal technical training or related industry experience
• Equivalent experience in tool design, fabrication engineering, or CAD-driven manufacturing will be considered