Tool Engineer

Position: Tool Engineer

Location: Palmdale, CA

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Tool Engineer II to support the design, development, fabrication, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing tools, fixtures, and related equipment. This role serves as a key liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure tooling solutions meet quality, cost, schedule, and performance requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in tooling design, CAD modeling, manufacturing processes, and project coordination, along with the ability to manage tooling projects from concept through implementation.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinate tooling and fixture design requirements with internal and external stakeholders.

· Develop, coordinate, and execute tooling and equipment test plans.

· Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

· Support product development teams by ensuring tooling and manufacturing considerations are incorporated into new product designs.

· Develop manufacturing processes, procedures, work instructions, and visual aids related to tooling fabrication and assembly.

· Manage tooling projects through all phases, including:

· Design

· Documentation

· Fabrication

· Assembly

· Validation

· Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve producibility, efficiency, and product quality.

· Ensure tooling designs comply with applicable engineering standards and manufacturing requirements.

· Support root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions related to tooling performance and manufacturing processes.

· Maintain accurate technical documentation and project records.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

· 3+ years of experience in tooling engineering, tool design, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.

· Strong proficiency in CATIA with experience in: 3D modeling, Detailed design and drafting, · Engineering drawing creation

· Knowledge of engineering drawing standards, including ANSI, ISO, and related industry specifications.

· Experience designing: Castings, Stampings, Machined and turned components

· Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and its application to engineering drawings.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and technical priorities simultaneously.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Outlook