Tooling Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Tooling Engineer Job Description

Overview : The Tooling Engineer plays a crucial role in the manufacturing process by designing, developing, and maintaining tools and equipment used in production. This position is vital in ensuring that manufacturing operations run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. A Tooling Engineer collaborates with various teams including production, design, and quality control to optimize tooling solutions that enhance product quality and reduce operational costs. This role demands a blend of engineering knowledge, manufacturing processes understanding, and a creative approach to problem-solving. The Tooling Engineer also plays an integral part in implementing new technologies and methodologies that advance production capabilities. With the continuous improvement of tools and processes, this position significantly contributes to the overall productivity and innovation within the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and develop tooling solutions for production processes.
• Conduct feasibility studies to assess new tooling concepts.
• Collaborate with product engineers to ensure tooling meets specifications.
• Oversee the testing and validation of new tools.
• Modify existing tools to improve performance and efficiency.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams.
• Analyze and troubleshoot tooling problems and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation of tooling designs, processes, and changes.
• Ensure tools comply with safety and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers for tool procurement and maintenance.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for tools.
• Train production staff on the proper use of new tooling.
• Monitor tool performance and recommend improvements.
• Prepare reports on tooling effectiveness and performance metrics.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to enhance overall production capabilities.

Required Qualifications :