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Job Description

Job Description

Tooling Engineer | Wyoming, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 - $113,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Wyoming seeking Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wyoming region seeking Tooling Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new tooling, fixtures, and jigs for manufacturing processes.
• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot existing production tooling to ensure operational efficiency.
• Analyze tooling failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Optimize tooling designs for manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and extended lifespan.
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams to define tooling specifications and requirements.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing methods for tooling components.
• Manage tooling projects from conceptualization through successful production launch.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in tooling design, fabrication, or maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for tooling design and analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, or machining.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize tooling performance and longevity.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tooling materials, and heat treatment processes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) for tooling applications.
• Proficiency in FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for tooling design validation.
• Certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Prior experience with robotics or automation integration in tooling setups.
• Advanced knowledge of exotic material properties and heat treatment processes for tool steels.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Engineer, Tooling Design Engineer, Mold Engineer, Die Engineer, Tool and Die Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Fixture Design Engineer, Jig and Fixture Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

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