Tooling Engineer | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 - $107,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Newaygo seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Newaygo that are adding Tooling Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize tooling, jigs, fixtures, and molds for manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related production issues and failures to minimize downtime.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and modification of existing tooling to ensure operational readiness.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling performance, lifespan, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design, production, and quality teams to ensure tooling meets product specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Manage tooling procurement, vendor selection, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct tooling trials, validations, and first article inspections for new product introductions and process changes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
• 3-5 years of experience in tooling design, development, and maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, Mastercam)
• Strong understanding of various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, machining, or casting
• Demonstrated experience in tool try-out, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of material science, including tool steels, plastics, and composites

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) for tooling applications.
• Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software for design validation and optimization.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience.
• Familiarity with advanced metrology techniques and equipment (e.g., CMM, laser scanning).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Die Design Engineer, Mold Design Engineer, Jig and Fixture Engineer, Tooling Development Engineer, Process Tooling 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.