Tool Designer

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Designs new tooling per Trelleborg standard practices
• Leads tool design review meetings
• Designs tool rework as requested by Engineering
• Evaluates processes and methods for tool design
• Works cooperatively with designers, engineers, tool makers, and machinists to solve design problems and/or resolve scheduling conflicts
• Performs virtual molding and flow simulation
• Manages daily SolidWorks maintenance tasks
• Works with service and/or product suppliers
• Assists in proposals for new projects
• Uses CAD/CAM software to develop design and machine programming
  • Senior Tool Designer:
    • Maintains a high level of autonomy and possesses the skill set necessary for the above tasks and responsibilities
    • Mentors and trains other tool designers, sharing knowledge, best practices, and purpose
    • Exercises discretion and independent judgment in handling day-to-day problems and procedures
    • Solves complex technical challenges in tooling and makes critical design decisions.
    • Collaborates with other teams and drives innovation

Education and Experience

• Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2-year technical degree in Machine Tool Trades/Tool and Die or equivalent experience
• Desired
  • Some programming experience using CAD/CAM technology
  • Estimated 2 years of tool design experience
  • 2 year degree in Tooling or related discipline

Senior Tool Designer Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Estimated 10 years of tool design experience
• 3+ years of programming experience using CAD/CAM technology
• 2 year degree in Tooling or related discipline

Competencies

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office

As a valued team member with Trelleborg, you will enjoy:

Competitive compensation: Plus, bonus opportunities!
Generous benefits package: Includes health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more!
Clean work environment: Enjoy working in a very clean and climate-controlled environment every day!
Greater opportunity for impact: You will impact the production of life-saving devices.
Growth and advancement: Join a global company that loves to promote from within and allows for advancement.

Pay range: $37-42/hour depending on experience

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

EEO Statement

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