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Job Description Job Description Tooling Engineer | Grandville, MI Salary Range: $73,000 - $112,000 depending on experience Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Grandville, seeking experienced Tooling Engineers to strengthen their teams. The Opportunity We are partnering with organizations in Grandville that are seeking Tooling Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures. Conduct root cause analysis for tooling failures and implement corrective actions. Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of production tooling assets. Collaborate with production and design teams to improve tooling performance and manufacturability. Evaluate and specify appropriate tooling materials and manufacturing processes. Recommended Qualifications 5 years of experience in tooling design, development, and manufacturing. Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) for tool design and analysis. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, machining, or casting. Expertise in material selection (metals, plastics, composites) and heat treatment relevant to tooling. Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve tooling performance and quality issues. Bonus Qualifications Experience with advanced simulation software (e.g., FEA, mold flow analysis) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification Proficiency with ERP systems for tooling lifecycle management Direct experience managing external tooling suppliers and vendors Job Titles That Should Apply Tooling Engineer, Tool Engineer, Tool Designer, Tooling Design Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Die Design Engineer, Mold Design Engineer, Jig and Fixture Engineer, Tool and Die Engineer Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals.