Tooling Engineer - Mechanical Design

About the RoleWe are working with a long-established engineering and manufacturing company in the Dayton area that is looking to add a Tooling Engineer to its growing engineering team.

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
This position will focus on the design and modification of precision tooling used within custom industrial equipment. Much of the work involves adapting proven designs for new customer applications, so this is a strong fit for someone who enjoys detailed, accuracy-driven mechanical design and improving existing products rather than working exclusively from a blank sheet.
The company primarily uses SolidWorks and is looking for someone comfortable designing detailed mechanical components and assemblies while considering tolerances, manufacturability, cost, and overall functionality.
ResponsibilitiesDesign and modify tooling and mechanical components using SolidWorksAdapt existing tooling designs for new customer-specific applicationsCreate detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawingsApply appropriate dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T to engineering drawingsDesign components with manufacturability, fit, function, and cost in mindWork with machined and other precision mechanical componentsCreate and maintain engineering documentation and BOMsCollaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and project teamsTroubleshoot and improve existing tooling designsSupport the development of new and improved generations of toolingManage multiple design projects while meeting project timelines and requirements
QualificationsApproximately 3–7+ years of mechanical design, product design, tooling design, or similar experience preferredStrong experience with SolidWorksExperience creating detailed manufacturing drawingsUnderstanding of mechanical tolerances and precision component designStrong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, manufacturing-ready designsExperience working with machined parts, mechanical assemblies, or manufactured productsAbility to work effectively from existing designs and engineering standards while identifying opportunities for improvementAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent hands-on design experience will also be considered
Preferred ExperienceTooling, fixture, jig, or workholding designGD&T and tolerance stack-up analysisPrecision machined componentsCustom machinery or industrial equipmentProduct or configured-product designAutodesk Inventor experience
Why Consider This Opportunity?This is an opportunity to join an established engineering organization with a stable customer base and a strong pipeline of work.
The position offers the chance to remain hands-on with mechanical design while taking on increasingly complex projects and contributing to future tooling development. xzbcwsv There is also long-term opportunity to grow into broader engineering responsibilities or leadership as the team continues to develop.