Bay Shore, NY
Tool Designer
Join Our Team as an Industrial Equipment Engineer in Bay Shore, NY
Are you a skilled Tool Designer looking for an opportunity to work with a manufacturing client? We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who excels at developing practical tooling solutions and collaborating with engineering and production teams.
Position Summary
The Industrial Equipment Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing tooling, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and other manufacturing aids to support efficient production and consistent product quality. This individual will translate part requirements into accurate designs, create detailed drawings, and provide support for tooling fabrication, implementation, and improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Design tooling, jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing aids for various operations
- Create and revise 3D CAD models, drawings, and bills of materials
- Review part drawings, specifications, and requirements to determine appropriate tooling concepts
- Apply GD&T principles and design-for-manufacturability
- Select suitable tooling materials, components, and methods
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams
- Support tooling fabrication, validation, and production implementation
- Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend improvements
- Maintain design documentation and engineering change records
- Coordinate with outside tooling suppliers
Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical training in mechanical design or manufacturing technology
- Demonstrated experience in designing tooling or related equipment
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software like SolidWorks or equivalent
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Knowledge of machining processes and fabrication methods
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in toolmaking, CNC machining, or manufacturing engineering
- Experience designing tooling for precision components or complex assemblies
- Familiarity with inspection fixtures, gauges, and CMM requirements
- Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic clamping systems
- Knowledge of CAD file management systems