Principal Tooling Engineer

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.About the role:As a Principal Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, you will develop and support fabrication of complex technical products and systems. Communicate with internal customers to understand their needs and help the customer understand their problems, develop a solution, and test and implement solutions.You will report to the Manager of Tooling and be located at Columbia, SC. You will support this role 100% onsite.Key Responsibilities:Technical LeadershipDesign and develop advanced tooling, fixtures, dies, and jigs.Establish tooling standards, best practices, and engineering methodologies.Provide subject matter expertise in tooling design, materials, and manufacturing processes.Review and approve complex tooling designs and engineering changes.Tooling Design & DevelopmentDevelop tooling concepts to support new product introduction.Optimize tooling for manufacturability, durability, and cost efficiency.Perform CAD modeling, drafting, and simulation, with the objective of creating technical drawings to support fabrication.Participate in prototyping, testing, and qualification of tooling solutions.Process ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve safety, production efficiency, quality, and throughput.Support causal analysis for tooling-related failures and implement corrective actions.Support continuous improvement initiatives.Support optimization of tool life, maintenance strategies, and cycle times.Project & Program ManagementLead cross-functional tooling projects from concept to production launch.Collaborate with product engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers.Be the technical lead for complex, high-impact initiatives.Supplier & Vendor ManagementWork with external partners on tooling fabrication and validation.Ensure supplier quality through consultation.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field5 + years of experienceExperience using SolidWorks for design, drafting and AutoCAD required,Experience working with shop floor fabrication, machinist, or tool makers.Knowledge tolerance stack-ups, DFM/DFA, GD&T principles required, .Experience with manufacturing processesWe are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.#LI-OnsiteWhy Westinghouse?Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions optionsWellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirementPaid Vacations and Company HolidaysOpportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balanceEducational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careersGlobal Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and serviceEmployee Referral ProgramWestinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:Safety and QualityIntegrity and TrustCustomer Focus and InnovationSpeed and Passion to WinTeamwork and AccountabilityWhile our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting.Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with DisabilitiesGet connected with Westinghouse on social media:Twitter|Facebook|LinkedIn|YouTube