Oregon Tool

Tooling Design Engineer

Oregon Tool$90K — $104K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering or equivalent discipline
  • 5+ years of design experience with progressive tooling
  • Familiarity with die/mold maintenance procedures
  • Conceptual understanding of manufacturing equipment design
  • Solid understanding of mechanical systems and processes
  • Proficient in CAD Solid modeling (e.g., SolidWorks)
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting technical information

Responsibilities

  • Design diverse tooling including dies and molds
  • Manage project schedules, resources, and budgets
  • Lead teams and support engineers on significant projects
  • Conduct tooling validation and documentation
  • Identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations
  • Foster communication and training among engineering teams

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available from day one
  • 401k matching and Retirement Savings Plan
  • Generous vacation policy and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement program for skills development
  • Onsite fitness center and physical therapist
  • Casual work environment with complimentary snacks
  • Access to public transit for commuting convenience
Full Job Description
Work Location: Portland, OR

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT:

As a Tooling Design Engineer, you will focus on designing a broad range of tooling including progressive dies, fixtures, gauges, and supporting components. By applying engineering fundamentals to precision tooling applications, you will support manufacturing operations and the commercialization of new products by partnering with Product Design and NPI teams. Additionally, you will work directly with experienced engineers and shop personnel to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and costs of tooling.

THE DETAILS:

Complete Design Projects
  • Design and detail stamping dies, fixtures, gauges, and components with minimal guidance.
  • Create and maintain accurate CAD models, 2D drawings, and documentation to standards.
  • Process engineering changes, product updates, and tooling revisions.
  • Manage projects of moderate scope independently.
  • Work autonomously on undefined projects.
  • Support design libraries, standards, and best practices documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement in tooling, part quality, and production efficiency.
  • Perform additional design, analysis, and documentation tasks as needed.

Team Support & Development
  • Enhance technical skills through mentoring and increasing responsibility.
  • Lead or contribute to process improvement initiatives.
  • Communicate project status, identify risks early, and deliver on schedule.
  • Seek feedback to improve designs and engineering judgment.
  • Engage experts across the organization to build technical capabilities.

Communication and Documentation
  • Prepare BOMs and print packages.
  • Submit ECRs.
  • Provide project status reports and management documents.
  • Present to leadership and external, nontechnical audiences.
  • Document projects, tests, and recommendations for internal use.
  • Conduct design reviews and produce technical reports.
  • Create training materials and instructions.


QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required; Design, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred
  • 3-5 years' experience in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, or Fabrication preferred
  • Skilled in CAD software for 2D/3D modeling (SolidWorks, Creo, NX, CATIA, AutoCAD)
  • Knowledge of machining processes (grinding, milling, EDM), metal stamping, cold forming, and prototype tooling
  • Proficient in 3D modeling (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor)
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with data-driven recommendations
  • Effective decision making, teamwork, and ability to work independently
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities
  • Committed to continuous process and technical improvement using performance data
  • Hands-on approach: Support stamping process observation and die trials on shop floor
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


Availability

Onsite work required; eligible for domestic and international travel

At Oregon Tool, we provide a reasonable, good-faith estimate of the compensation range for this role of $90,000 to $104,000. Final offers are based on various factors such as experience, skills, qualifications and internal equity. This range may vary based on geographic location where the position is filled, and most new hires are not typically hired at the top of the range.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
  • 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
  • Retirement Savings Plus Plan*
  • Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
  • Paid holidays and one paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Global company with small company feel
  • Casual work attire
  • Complimentary snack and coffee/tea to keep you fueled
  • Onsite cafeteria offering a variety of convenient options
  • Onsite Physical Therapist
  • Onsite Fitness center
  • Public Transit access


*Based on geographic location and company performance.

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About Oregon Tool

Oregon Tool is a manufacturer of saw chain, guide bars, and other forestry accessories. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Bend, Oregon. Oregon Tool is a subsidiary of Blount International, a global manufacturer and marketer of replacement parts, equipment, and accessories for the forestry, lawn, and garden; farm, ranch, and agriculture; and concrete cutting and finishing markets. Oregon Tool's products are sold through a network of dealers and distributors in North America and internationally.
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Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1947

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