Tooling Engineer | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 - $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Whitehall seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Whitehall seeking Tooling Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling-related issues.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and calibration of production tools and dies.
• Collaborate with R&D and production teams on new product tooling requirements and integration.
• Specify, procure, and qualify new tooling from external vendors, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling performance, lifespan, and efficiency.
• Ensure all tooling adheres to safety standards, quality specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam) for tool design and CNC programming.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, or machining.
• Demonstrated experience in the design, development, and troubleshooting of production tooling (molds, dies, jigs, fixtures).
• Knowledge of GD&T, material science, and heat treatment relevant to tooling applications.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling-related issues.
• Experience applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to optimize tooling solutions.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in advanced simulation software (e.g., FEA, Mold Flow analysis).
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing techniques for tooling applications.
• Project management experience for tooling development or modification projects.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.