Tooling Engineer

Press Room & Tooling Manufacturing Engineer
Twin Resources | Supporting a Manufacturing Partner

Position Overview
Twin Resources is partnering with a well-established manufacturing client to identify a highly hands-on, self-directed Press Room & Tooling Manufacturing Engineer. This role is deeply embedded on the production floor and plays a critical role in optimizing press performance, improving tooling reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This facility operates a broad range of stamping presses (165 to 1,600 tons), providing exposure to complex tooling systems and diverse production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve press and tooling issues in real time to minimize downtime
• Support tool room activities including die repair, preventative maintenance, and performance optimization
• Maintain and update tooling documentation and prints (CAD required; 3D modeling preferred)
• Lead initiatives focused on setup reduction, uptime improvement, quality enhancement, and operational efficiency
• Work directly on the production floor to evaluate processes, identify constraints, and implement improvements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with tool room personnel, operations, engineering, sales, and plant leadership
• Coordinate and oversee outsourced tooling projects as needed
• Provide training and mentorship to junior team members and technicians

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience within metal stamping and tooling environments
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
• CAD proficiency required (3D modeling experience strongly preferred)
• Hands-on, team-oriented approach with effective communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed

Preferred Experience

• Die design and/or tool room background
• Experience working with servo press technology