Tooling Manager

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$105,000.00 / yr - $140,000.00 / yr

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Skillset : Tooling Manager

Location : Briggs, TX

Duration : Direct placement

Compensation : Up to $140k (potentially higher)

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in tooling design and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), and simulation tools.
• Leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with GD&T and / or drawing interpretation.
• Experience developing tooling design, development & procurement estimates and ROIs.
• Experience incorporating ergonomics and human factors into design.
• Knowledge of composites manufacturing
• Experience championing process improvements.
• Experience with design for manufacturability and advanced material handling technologies.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Job Description

Our client is conducting a search for a Tool Engineering Manager. In this unique managerial role, you will lead a team of Tooling Engineers responsible for the design, fabrication, and integration of production jigs and fixtures in all production areas. This role will be responsible for managing a team of tooling engineers to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality tooling solutions that support product development, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires a leader who can make intuitive decisions based on situational influences as needed and who will drive innovation through technology, materials, and processes. [Note : This is a working manager role—hands-on leadership is expected. The manager will be responsible for building and leading a team up to 6–8 engineers.] Responsibilities : Your responsibilities will involve the coordination of resources to support tooling requirements at all levels, including the following :

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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