Tool / Fixture Design Engineer - 1st shift

Hi-Tek Manufacturing -
Mason, OH

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Job Details

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
3D modeling software
Statistical Process Control
Machining fixtures
English
Research
GD&T
Holding fixtures proficiency
NX

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Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Education and Experience

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline preferred. Equivalent experience in a directly related role will be considered in lieu of a degree
5 or more years of experience in tool design with an emphasis on tool holding fixtures
Proficiency in Siemens NX
Knowledge of GD&T dimensioning and SPC
Experience with developing new tooling designs or major design upgrades for various types of tooling
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Must meet the ITAR definition of § 120.15 U.S. person
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English

Key Competencies

Teamwork
Open Communication
Accountability
Stewardship
Action-Oriented
Trustworthiness
Safety Perspective
Complex Problem Solving
Resolution-Mindset
Time Management

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period
Will climb stairs occasionally when conferring with engineers
Will be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, bend, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
Light to moderate lifting may be required
Moderate noise (e.g., business office open space with computers, phone, printers, light traffic)

Essential Duties:

Reporting to the Tool Room Supervisor, the Tool Designer designs complicated dies, tools, gauges, jigs, and fixtures. Works from process sheets and parts prints. Studies parts prints and operation sheets to design tooling for maximum economy of operation consistent with machine limitations, quantities to be produced and close tolerance specifications. Requires thorough knowledge of manufacturing methods and machine shop practices, sufficient knowledge of mathematics to solve design problems, the ability to originate ideas and incorporate them into the design. May utilize computer-aided design techniques to perform applicable design work

Design simple/straightforward tooling that is as practical and cost-effective as possible while meeting the needs of the process and the cost/timing commitments made to customers
Able to visualize in 3D and communicate using spatial reasoning
Maintain working knowledge of tool design within 3-D Graphics
Plan, conduct research, and implement engineering on complex tooling projects.
Create and maintain BOMs, part numbers, prints and other technical documentation necessary to manufacture and operate tooling
Participate in product and tooling design reviews and critique designs from a technical perspective, including Design for Manufacturability. Coordinate with a cross-functional team on tooling projects
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of tooling processes to reduce production downtime, improve efficiency, manufacturing, product design and suppliers/customers. Convey information clearly and effectively through formal and informal documents
Support other Engineers on significant projects.
Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
Any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values
Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE