Tooling Engineer

Senior Metal Stamping Tooling Engineer (Future Engineering Leader)

We are seeking an experienced Metal Stamping Tooling Engineer who is ready for the next step in their career—someone who not only excels in tooling design and build, but also has clear aspirations to grow into an engineering leadership role.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make an immediate technical impact while developing the skills and experience needed to eventually lead our Engineering Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot compound and progressive, metal stamping tooling
• Lead tooling projects from concept through production launch
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective tooling solutions
• Drive continuous improvement in tooling design, build processes, and press performance
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and toolmakers
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for tooling and process issues
• Contribute to long-term engineering strategy and best practices

Leadership Development Opportunities

• Increasing involvement in project planning, prioritization, and cross-functional coordination
• Exposure to engineering management responsibilities, including team development and process improvement
• Clear path toward future leadership of the Engineering Department for the right candidate

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in metal stamping tooling design and engineering
• Strong knowledge of tool steels, press operations, and high-volume manufacturing
• Proven problem-solving skills and hands-on approach to engineering challenges
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across departments
• Demonstrated interest in mentoring others and taking on leadership responsibilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred

Why Join Us

• Long-term career growth with a defined leadership trajectory
• Opportunity to shape tooling standards and engineering direction
• Collaborative, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits

If you’re a seasoned tooling engineer who wants more than just another engineering role—and are motivated to grow into a leadership position—we’d like to hear from you.