MW Industries

Tooling Design Engineer

MW Industries • $70K — $95K *
Addison, IL 60101In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in tooling design or related field
  • Proficiency in Solidworks or similar modeling software
  • Strong understanding of cold-forming techniques and materials
  • Experience with tooling debug and manufacturing startup processes
  • Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles preferred
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to manage pressure and tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Analyze blueprints and specifications to determine tooling strategy
  • Translate product requirements into a forming progression
  • Model and revise tooling drawings throughout the production process
  • Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure tooling meets specifications
  • Oversee the tooling debug phase during manufacturing startups
  • Consult with engineering on feasibility and cost efficiency of new products

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to work on innovative tooling projects
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Exposure to diverse manufacturing processes
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze blueprints, specifications, and proposals for tooling strategy and form.
  • Translate requirements into forming progression
  • Model tooling and create tooling drawings for each tooling component. Revise drawings as needed during tooling debug or production
  • Collaborate with tooling vendors and internal toolmakers to produce tooling to drawing specifications.
  • Oversee tooling debug as part of the manufacturing startup.
  • Consult on new product quotes with product engineering team to determine feasibility and cost drivers

Competencies
  • Capability to run tool making equipment such as EDM machines, lathes, grinders, etc...
  • High proficiency in utilizing modeling and drawing software such as Solidworks
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly collaborative.
  • Ability to manage high pressure situations during tooling debug
  • Keen focus on meeting target dates and deadlines

Knowledge:
    • In-depth understanding of a variety of cold-forming techniques, tooling materials and design, and costs related to production of metal products.
    • Ability to analyze and understand prints. GD&T knowledge preferred.


About MW Industries

MW Industries is a leading manufacturer of springs, fasteners, and precision machined components. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and telecommunications. MW Industries has a global presence, with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. The company is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers, and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the industry.
Learn more about MW Industries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1973
* Ladders Estimates

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