Tool & Die Designer Job at OtterBase Inc, Muskegon, MI

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  • OtterBase Inc
  • Muskegon, MI

Job Description

Position Overview

A well-established manufacturing organization specializing in sheet metal stamping and forming is seeking an experienced Engineering CAD Designer to support tooling, product development, and manufacturing operations. This role collaborates closely with Engineering, Product Development, Sales, and Manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality design solutions for new and existing products.

The Engineering CAD Designer will produce 2D and 3D component and assembly drawings, develop solid models for prototyping and tooling, and ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements. This position also provides technical support to production and tooling teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design tools and dies accurately and efficiently in accordance with engineering standards and project timelines

  • Develop and maintain detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for manufacturing and tooling

  • Create and manage bills of materials (BOMs), including spare tooling and wear components

  • Maintain organized and up-to-date CAD files and documentation

  • Collaborate with tool room personnel to troubleshoot tooling issues and revise designs as needed

  • Participate in design reviews to assess customer requirements, production constraints, and schedules

  • Prepare drawings and documentation for internal manufacturing teams and external customers

  • Support conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases in collaboration with Engineering

  • Develop preliminary die concepts, strip layouts, and detailed tooling designs

  • Ensure designs align with quoted project assumptions, machine capabilities, and customer specifications

  • Select standard components and ensure materials and parts are specified for timely procurement

  • Track and communicate project progress throughout the build and prototype phases

  • Assist with training and mentoring personnel involved in tooling, design, or prototyping

  • Design prototype blanks and fixtures as required

  • Adhere to company quality systems, environmental standards, and customer quality requirements

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

  • Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, CAD Design, or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Technical Skills

  • Formal training and practical experience in tool and die design or engineering

  • Extensive experience with CAD software, including Siemens NX and SolidWorks

  • Strong 3D modeling capabilities

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation

  • Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

  • Proficiency with Windows-based systems and Microsoft Office applications

You should be proficient in:

  • CAD Software
  • Engineering Degree
  • Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • CAD Software (Solidworks, AutoCAD, Siemens NX)
  • CAM Software (Siemens NX)

Job Tags

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