Tools Design Engineer

Tool Design Engineer – Hybrid (Queens Area)

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e are partnering with a well-established, global manufacturer seeking a Tool Design Engineer to support the development of custom tooling, fixtures, and automated assembly equipment for high-volume mechanical and electromechanical products.

This role sits within a centralized engineering group responsible for both product development and manufacturing process design, offering a unique opportunity to design the equipment that directly drives production across multiple facilities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and develop tools, fixtures, nests, and custom equipment for manufacturing and assembly processes
• Lead tooling efforts from concept through build, validation, and implementation
• Collaborate with manufacturing, design, and controls engineers to optimize product design for manufacturability
• Support new product launches, including integration into production environments
• Work with external vendors and tool builders to ensure designs meet performance and quality standards
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and perform root-cause analysis to drive continuous improvement
• Contribute to development of semi-automated assembly systems and production testers
• Select appropriate materials and define heat treatment and machining requirements
• Train production teams on proper tooling and equipment usage

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)
• 5+ years of experience in tool design or manufacturing engineering
• Strong experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Background in designing fixtures, tooling, or assembly equipment
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, machining, and automation
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering and production teams

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to electromechanical products (sensors, motors, actuators, etc.)
• Familiarity with controls integration (pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic systems)
• Experience with semi-automated equipment or testing systems

Why This Role

• Work on custom, high-impact tooling and automation projects (not just maintenance support)
• Be part of a team that owns both product design and manufacturing process development
• Strong pipeline of projects supporting a large and diverse product portfolio
• Opportunity for long-term growth into technical leadership or management
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility after onboarding