Job Description

Job Description

Design tooling. Solve challenges. Make an impact.\n

Bring your tool-and-die expertise to Universal Metal Products. We’re seeking a Tooling Engineer to design and improve progressive dies, fixtures, and secondary tooling for precision metal stamping. This role combines independent design work with hands-on collaboration with toolmakers and manufacturing teams to turn concepts into practical tooling solutions.

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• Design, develop, and model progressive dies and secondary tooling to meet part specifications.
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• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, component prints, and process sheets.
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• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and toolmakers to develop tooling concepts and resolve shop-floor challenges.
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• Troubleshoot tooling issues and redesign existing tools to improve performance and manufacturability.
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• Consider cost, standardization, materials, heat treatment, machining, and inspection requirements in tooling designs.
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• Support safe work practices and established quality and environmental procedures.
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• High school diploma or equivalent.
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• Completed tool-and-die apprenticeship or training program, journeyperson certification, or equivalent experience.
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• At least six years of tool-and-die experience in a metal stamping environment .
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• Proficiency in CAD modeling and drafting; the source description identifies Pro/ENGINEER and AutoCAD.
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• Strong blueprint-reading, shop math, and GD&T skills.
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• Knowledge of progressive dies, fixtures, gauges, tooling materials, and toolroom processes such as wire EDM, CNC machining, and grinding.
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• Attention to detail, independent problem-solving skills, and effective communication.
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• Help develop tooling solutions that meet demanding specifications and support efficient manufacturing.
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