GE Vernova

Lead Tool Designer

GE Vernova • $98K — $164K *
Parsippany, NJ 07054In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in machining, engineering, or drafting (or equivalent experience); 4+ years with CAD Software (SolidWorks, NX); or HS diploma with 7+ years experience.
  • User-level expertise in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and update SolidWorks CAD models and drawings for complex tooling and fixtures.
  • Apply GD&T best practices for accurate and manufacturable designs.
  • Collaborate effectively within a matrix organization, communicating clearly and working both independently and as a team member.
  • Lead design reviews and problem-solving sessions, driving positive change through innovative solutions.
  • Validate design specifications and new tool applications with manufacturing engineers.
  • Conduct cost/benefit analyses for tool design options ensuring financial viability.
  • Provide ongoing support to the tool room for building and revising tools.

Benefits

  • Technical mentorship to foster design excellence among junior designers.
  • Exposure to comprehensive project lifecycle, from conception to shop-floor implementation.
  • Engagement in a fast-paced environment that encourages innovative change.
  • Opportunity to collaborate across multiple engineering and production teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
The Lead Tool Designer serves as a vital link between engineering precision and shop-floor performance. In this role, you will lead the design and modeling of high-precision fixtures, gages, and assembly tooling, ensuring that all equipment is optimized for repeatability, safety, and manufacturing efficiency. You will apply advanced GD&T practices and CAD expertise to solve complex work-holding challenges, while acting as a technical leader who drives design standards and collaborative problem-solving. This position is ideal for an experienced designer who takes ownership of the entire design lifecycle-from initial concept to final shop-floor implementation-to support the rigorous demands of our production environment.

Job Description

What you'll do:
  • Develop and update SolidWorks CAD models and drawings for complex fixtures, tools, jigs, gages, assembly tooling, production aides, 3D printing, etc. focusing on work holding for mills, FHD EDM, Sinker EDM, etc.
  • Apply your knowledge of GD&T best practices to ensure designs are accurate and manufacturable.
  • Collaborate effectively within a matrixed organization, providing clear communication and working both independently and as part of a team
  • Lead design reviews and problem-solving discussions, offering innovative solutions and driving positive change.
  • Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment (includes Manufacturing Engineers).
  • Provide cost/benefit analyses on tool design alternatives.
  • Provide tactical support to the tool room for builds and revisions.
  • Design quality into fixtures as well as develop, maintain, and follow standards.
  • Provide technical mentorship to junior designers to foster a culture of design excellence and best-practice adherence.
  • Conduct proactive risk assessments for new tooling designs to ensure operator safety and compliance with safety standards.
  • Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate.
  • Assist in project planning, estimating design time, and tracking milestones to ensure designs are completed on schedule to meet production demands.


What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications):
  • Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree, or Apprentice Graduate in a machining, engineering, or drafting related program with minimum of 4 years of experience with graphical based CAD Software (SolidWorks, NX or similar) for modeling and drafting OR HS diploma (or equivalent) w/ 7 years of experience with graphical based CAD Software (SolidWorks, NX or similar) for modeling.
  • MS Office user-level knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).


Eligibility Requirements:
  • Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Willingness to wear all required personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, and safety shoes.
  • This role requires to be 100% onsite.
  • Travel between sites in Parsippany, NJ and Allentown, PA is required depending on business needs.
  • Our facilities operate 24 hours per day on three shifts. You will occasionally be required to provide assistance to shifts outside of normal working hours.
  • This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government export restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents and protected individuals (e.g., certain refugees and asylees)). GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

What will make you stand out:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Technology.
  • Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including sequencing, as it relates to work holding or similar applications.
  • Strong understanding and application of GD&T principals
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
  • Demonstrated proficiency interpreting drawing requirements.
  • Experience with Power Generation or Aerospace Industries and components.
  • Understanding of metal fabrication and welding processes.
  • Knowledge of COTS fasteners, clamps, etc.
  • Experience with PLM systems.
  • Strong problem solving and organization skills, with above average shop math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
  • Maintain a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all of your work.
  • Ability to effectively communicate to multiple levels of the organization, both verbally and through written communication.
  • Ability to multi-task and productively manage multiple projects concurrently.
  • Self-motivated and self-driven proven project leadership.
  • Ability to accept new challenges, take ownership, and make decisions.


This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

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There has never been a more opportune time to join GE Vernova, a leader in innovative energy solutions. As a pivotal player in the energy sector, GE Vernova offers a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a diverse range of skills and professional aspirations.

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