Tool Designer

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Job Title: Tool Designer
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location: Waterloo, IA 50703
Duration: 24 Months (Possible Extension/Conversion)
Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, OT Likely)

Key Responsibilities
• Design and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, gauges, assemblies, and equipment
• Create 3D models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings
• Support machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations
• Apply GD&T and engineering standards to tooling designs
• Coordinate tooling design, procurement, and implementation activities
• Manage tooling projects from concept through build and tryout
• Collaborate with machinists, welders, inspectors, engineers, and suppliers
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance
• Support manufacturing process improvements and lean initiatives
• Troubleshoot tooling and manufacturing issues and implement solutions
• Manage external tooling vendors and suppliers
• Ensure revision control, documentation accuracy, and drawing standards compliance

Required Skills
• Tool design experience
• Creo or Solid Modeling (SolidWorks, Creo Parametric)
• 3D CAD modeling and 2D drafting
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Tooling, fixture, and gauge design
• Manufacturing process knowledge
• Fabrication and machining methods
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Project coordination and communication skills

Preferred Skills
• C++ programming
• Python programming
• SQL knowledge
• Project Management experience
• Supply Management/Purchasing experience
• Lean Manufacturing exposure
• Vendor/Supplier coordination
• Process improvement experience

Ideal Background
• Tool Designer
• Tooling Engineer
• Fixture Design Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling)
• Mechanical Design Engineer
• Tool & Die Designer
• Product Design Engineer (Manufacturing)
• CAD Designer - Manufacturing

Education
• Engineering Degree preferred (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field)
• Recent graduates considered if they have internships and strong Creo/Solid Modeling experience
• 5+ years of Tool Design experience highly preferred

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