Fixture Designer
Machine Shop / Manufacturing
Employment type: Full-Time
Experience required: Minimum 2 years in fixture design or related machining role
Background: Hands-on machining experience required
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Position Summary
We are looking for a skilled Fixture Designer to join our team. In this role you will design, develop, and document workholding fixtures with an emphasis on aerospace applications. You will collaborate closely with machinists, engineers, and quality personnel to create solutions that improve accuracy, repeatability, and throughput on the shop floor.
Key Responsibilities
- Design machining fixtures CAD software
- Review part drawings and process plans to define fixturing requirements
- Create detailed manufacturing drawings and bills of materials for fixture fabrication
- Collaborate with machinists to validate designs at the machine and adjust as necessary
- Perform design verification and revisions based on dimensional inspection results
- Maintain fixture documentation, revision history
- Identify opportunities to reduce setup time and improve fixture repeatability
- Support the programming team
- Ensure designs comply with safety standards and ergonomic best practices
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in fixture design or a closely related machining role
- Hands-on background in CNC or manual machining — direct understanding of what happens at the machine
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, OnShape, or equivalent)
- Ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- Solid understanding of machining processes, tolerances, and material behavior
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally on the shop floor
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Technology, or related field — or equivalent trade experience
- Experience with 4- or 5-axis fixturing strategies
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) principles
- Experience with modular fixturing systems (Jergens, Carr Lane, Mitee-Bite, or similar)
What We Offer
- Competitive wages commensurate with experience
- 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid life insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Stable, growing shop environment with a collaborative team
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
