Sr Prin Tool & Design Engineer

Job Title

Develops and designs a variety of tools, machinery and equipment, such as shaping and cutting tools, dies, gauges and fixtures, for manufacturing and experimental purposes Consults with plant and manufacturing personnel to determine tool specifications and requirements Evaluates tools and machinery to improve quality and performance

Impact of the Role

Recognized as an expert within the company and requires in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline and broad knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function. Solves unique problems that have a broad impact on the business. Contributes to the development of organization functional strategy. Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of business requirements. Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment.

Essential Functions

Designs and develops complex tools and machinery used to facilitate and optimize manufacturing processes.

Reviews product design and build requirements to determine tooling concepts, design options, testing plans, and specifications.

Develops designs for fixtures, jigs, gauges, cutting and forming tools, carts, racks, and other items to support production.

Utilizes Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to create accurate, complete, and concise design models and documentation to fabricate tools.

Estimates costs, resource requirements, and materials required for tools.

May manage the sourcing, quoting, or procurement of purchased tools.

Required Qualifications

Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 10-12 years' experience

Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required

Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree

Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical Expertise. 3D Modeling. Design Review. Failure Analysis. Functional Requirements. Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Manufacturing Process Engineering. Rapid Prototyping. Statistical Process Control. Test Plans. Industry Standards. Production Tools. Tooling. CAD Software.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.

Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.

Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Less than 25% travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.