Tooling Engineer
1 day ago
Tooling Engineer | Kalamazoo, MI
Salary Range: $74,000 - $113,000 depending on experience
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.
The Opportunity
We are collaborating with multiple companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced Tooling Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop new tooling, fixtures, and jigs to support manufacturing processes.
- Analyze and troubleshoot tooling failures, implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime.
- Manage and optimize tooling maintenance schedules and repair procedures.
- Collaborate with production, design, and quality teams to ensure tooling meets product specifications and production requirements.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for tooling design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Specify and procure tooling materials and components, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Conduct root cause analysis for tooling-related defects and implement preventative measures.
Recommended Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for tooling design, simulation, and analysis.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, machining, or casting.
- Proven experience in designing, developing, and optimizing various production tooling (molds, dies, jigs, fixtures).
- Ability to diagnose tooling issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) or mold flow simulation software.
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing (3D printing) processes for tooling components or prototypes.
- Certification in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Knowledge of specialized tooling materials such as advanced ceramics, carbides, or superalloys.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Tooling Engineer, Tool Engineer, Tooling Design Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Tool and Die Engineer, Die Design Engineer, Mold Design Engineer, Jig and Fixture Engineer, Production Tooling Engineer, Fixture Design Engineer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
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