Tooling Engineer | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 - $113,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Manistee seeking skilled Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Manistee 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 tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Conduct root cause analysis for tooling failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage tooling procurement, maintenance, repair, and inventory.
• Collaborate with production, design, and quality teams on new product tooling requirements.
• Develop and implement tooling standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Improve tooling performance, lifespan, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all tooling meets safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing tooling (e.g., molds, dies, jigs, fixtures).
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, Mastercam).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, stamping, injection molding, or casting.
• Knowledge of material science, heat treatment, and surface finishes relevant to tooling applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot tooling issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) for tooling applications.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) or simulation software for tool design validation.
• PMP or other recognized project management certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.