Tools Design Engineer

Duties:

• Developing and testing new optical network design and optimization algorithms
• Design tooling and gaging utilizing CAD system upon request
• Oversees Engineering and Manufacturing production needs
• Coordinates routing and tooling requirements with the manufacturing process
• Estimates fabrication costs for Engineering P&QRs and short run production for spares
• Assists Designers, Engineers, and Manufacturing Engineers to resolve part and fabrication problems
• Creates, updates, and maintains tool drawings, files, and records
• Provides budget input
• Identifies and implements continuous productivity and quality improvements
• Knowledge of PLC operation, programming welding practices, and sheet metal fabrication

Required:

• Ability to partner with Manufacturing Engineering and other Production Operation teams external suppliers and vendors
• At least 4 years experience establishing cost effective tool and fixture designs that support machined metal part production processes
• Significant experience designing fixtures with ProE
• Understanding of advanced tool design requirements
• Strong knowledge of machining, assembly and inspection processes for complex multi-axis machined parts

Education:

• Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Engineering, Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical, Design, Technology, Education, Business, Arts