Tooling Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Project Execution: Ownership of Mold Tool Development and Qualification at the Cookeville Manufacturing Plant.
• Liaise with counterparts to ensure project alignment and deliver process updates.
• Work with external Tool Makers & departments to ensure cost, deliverables & timelines are met.
• Provide direction, guidance, and expertise to team members on the design and development of Parts and Tooling.
• Track, delegate, and review work related to area of project responsibility.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans with Project Leads and Management.

Clear & Effective Communication

• Communicate, both verbal and written, to assure the larger group understands progress and timeline.
• Communicate technical details, ideas, and concepts to engineers and non-engineers at various locations.

Technical Expertise

• Working knowledge of the material properties and characteristics of various metals and plastics.
• Provide technical support and training for as needed.
• Read and interpret conceptual designs, drawings, blueprints, engineering models, utilizing CAD Software (Siemens NX & AutoCAD).
• Aid shop personnel in understanding the tool design drawing as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and Technical and/or Vocational training in Toolmaking or Die Design required.
• 5 years of 2D/3D CAD experience (AutoCAD & NX preferred).
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office software programs.