Principal Engineer - Tooling Design

Overview:

Your role will also involve guiding junior engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring tooling solutions meet high standards for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Design and Development: Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of advanced tooling solutions that meet the highest standards for quality, efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical expertise and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering innovation and excellence in tooling design.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality, and product engineering teams to ensure that tooling solutions align with operational requirements and manufacturing goals.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement tooling improvements to optimize production workflows, reduce downtime, and increase output while maintaining quality standards.
• Project Management: Oversee multiple tooling design projects from inception through completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Vendor and Supplier Relations: Collaborate with external vendors, ensuring that tooling components and materials meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Innovation and R&D: Drive R&D initiatives to incorporate new materials, manufacturing methods, and digital tools that enhance the capabilities of the tooling design function.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure all tooling designs adhere to relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices for safety and sustainability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field required.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in tooling design, with at least 3 years in a senior engineering or leadership role.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) and other design tools.
• Strong understanding of material properties, machining processes, and manufacturing principles.
• Experience with rapid prototyping, CNC machining, and additive manufacturing processes.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers, manage multiple projects, and communicate effectively across departments.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to optimize tooling and manufacturing processes.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for stakeholders at all levels.
• Certifications (optional but preferred): PMP, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other relevant certifications.

EEO Statement:

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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