Tool Engineer

Tool Design Engineer For Missiles And Fire Control Team

Designs industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements. Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts, in the field. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. May use CAD/CAM to design tools. You will be the Tool Design Engineer for the Missiles and Fire Control team in Ocala. Our team is responsible for designing dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, prototype models, and robotics end-of-arm tooling for production or experimental purposes.

What You Will Be Doing As the Tool Design Engineer, you will be responsible for utilizing 3D modeling software to conceptualize, create, and integrate industrial machinery, equipment, and tools. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, harness boards, prototype models, and robotics end-of-arm tooling for production or experimental purposes.
• Accounting for various factors such as accessibility, ergonomics, safety, economy, mobility, and performance requirements while developing solutions.
• Designs, develops and implements industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements.
• May use CAD/CAM to design tools.

Required Experience: A Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field. Candidate must have at least 6 years of experience with 3D modeling software, such as SolidWorks, or CREO. Candidate must have at least 6 years of experience with CAD/CAM systems (Creo) & PLM system (Windchill) Candidate must have at least 6 years of experience with Harness Board design Strong understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and materials. This position is located at a facility that requires special access, therefore the selected candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Desired Skills: Ability to analyze and solve complex engineering problems. Familiarity with CNC machining, fabrication, and assembly techniques. Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience in managing projects, schedules, and resources. Knowledge of robotics and automation systems. Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and practices.

Experience Level: Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Ocala, FL.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $65.38 - $65.38/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Ocala,FL.

About Actalent: Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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