Tooling Design Engineer
Katalyst CRO, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Roles & Responsibilities
Develop tool and die concepts based on specific manufacturing needs and customer specifications.
Create detailed designs, blueprints, 3D models, and flat blank geometry for laser cutting using SolidWorks/LogoPress and Cadkey.
Design punch press tooling, including temporary stage tooling and complex progressive dies equipped with sensors and automation.
Design weld fixtures, assembly fixtures, and inspection fixtures. Build and test prototypes to ensure tools meet functional, design, and customer specifications. Select appropriate materials such as steel, springs, punches, bolts, dowels, metals, plastics, and composites for durability, cost, and performance.
Oversee tool and die fabrication to ensure precision and quality.
Place and approve requisitions for dies, fixtures, and required materials. Plan manufacturing processes, selecting techniques such as machining, stamping, injection molding, or laser cutting.
Collaborate with Programmer, EDM, CNC mill, Press Brake, Quality, and Toolmaker teams to support tool design and production.
Create or import part models and generate flat blank geometry, working with Press Brake and Quality departments to develop blanks.
Ensure quality control and cost efficiency in tool and die production. Essential Skills Tool design
Experience
2+ years of experience in the design of tool and die concepts for manufacturing
Experience with machining, stamping, laser cutting, and injection molding machines
Experience in product design and integration
Proficiency in SolidWorks and Cadkey
Project management skills
Strong team collaboration and communication skills
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Develop tool and die concepts based on specific manufacturing needs and customer specifications.
Create detailed designs, blueprints, 3D models, and flat blank geometry for laser cutting using SolidWorks/LogoPress and Cadkey.
Design punch press tooling, including temporary stage tooling and complex progressive dies equipped with sensors and automation.
Design weld fixtures, assembly fixtures, and inspection fixtures. Build and test prototypes to ensure tools meet functional, design, and customer specifications. Select appropriate materials such as steel, springs, punches, bolts, dowels, metals, plastics, and composites for durability, cost, and performance.
Oversee tool and die fabrication to ensure precision and quality.
Place and approve requisitions for dies, fixtures, and required materials. Plan manufacturing processes, selecting techniques such as machining, stamping, injection molding, or laser cutting.
Collaborate with Programmer, EDM, CNC mill, Press Brake, Quality, and Toolmaker teams to support tool design and production.
Create or import part models and generate flat blank geometry, working with Press Brake and Quality departments to develop blanks.
Ensure quality control and cost efficiency in tool and die production. Essential Skills Tool design
Experience
2+ years of experience in the design of tool and die concepts for manufacturing
Experience with machining, stamping, laser cutting, and injection molding machines
Experience in product design and integration
Proficiency in SolidWorks and Cadkey
Project management skills
Strong team collaboration and communication skills
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