Tooling Engineer - FineblankAbout This Role Join our engineering team as a Tooling Engineer where you'll drive innovation in metal forming technology. Provide technical expertise, engineering experience and knowledge of metal forming techniques as it relates to fineblanking and progressive tooling to meet customer requests for quotations, prototype/engineering samples, tool designs and build, and engineered production requirements and changes to existing products. Direct responsibility for design preparation for new or enhanced fineblank/progressive tooling, and the coordination of the tooling build, development and launch process. Interface with all levels of the organization to provide fineblank technical consultation for both new and existing products.

What You'll Do Customer Partnership & Product Development Work directly with customer engineers to assess part feasibility, clarify specifications, identify critical dimensions, and recommend achievable tolerances for manufacturability. Assist in determining gauging requirements in collaboration with customer and internal Quality Engineers. Review and interpret engineering specifications (e.g., ASTM, ASE, SAE) called out on customer drawings and assess conformance requirements. Create proposal and conceptual product drawings for quotation and internal evaluation. Convert customer-specified materials into internal specifications, including defining key attributes (e.g., alloy, gauge, tolerance, grain size, hardness, coatings).

Strategic Quoting & Process Engineering Identify exceptions to customer drawings/specs. Estimate material usage and run rates. Calculate tooling costs for prototypes, production, and modified products. Maintain a tooling cost model by press group. Identify optimal internal and external manufacturing processes (e.g., wash, packaging, pressure testing, heat treat, plating).

Advanced Tool Design & Innovation Lead tool planning and coordinate cross-functional teams through product development and launch. Determine the best-suited press for each part and provide direction for secondary operation equipment or tooling. Assist in the specification and evaluation of machinery. Develop and maintain tool design standards, in alignment with internal capabilities. Determine tooling requirements and complete tool layouts for a variety of parts. Execute full tool designs, including 2D/3D CAD drawings, assembly drawings, and detailed component views using design standards. Perform fineblanking and progressive tool design calculations (e.g., punch/die clearances, radii). Conduct design reviews with the Toolroom, R&D, and Manufacturing to validate functionality and buildability. Participate in tool development and troubleshooting to support smooth launches and performance optimization. Maintain tool documentation, including revisions, spare recommendations, and tooling history. Complete part and gage drawings and adjust specifications per Quality or Project Engineer input. Order components for assigned tool builds.

Process Excellence & Documentation Redesign machine components due to wear or performance issues. Develop process parameters and identify key control points. Understand and apply press timing and sequencing requirements.

What We're Looking For Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) 2-5 years of hands-on experience in fineblanking/progressive engineering, tooling design, or tool build project management Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Preferred Proficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, NX). Deep understanding of fineblanking/progressive operations, tool steels, press selection, and gauging principles. Experience interacting with customer engineers on part feasibility and engineering changes. Exposure to project coordination or leadership in a cross-functional environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here Work with cutting-edge fineblanking technology and advanced manufacturing processes Collaborate directly with customers on innovative engineering solutions Lead projects from conception through successful production launch Join a team that values technical excellence and continuous improvement Immediate Benefits - No Waiting Period Complete Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one Financial Security - Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance Retirement Planning - 401(k) with company contributions Work-Life Balance - Paid holidays and vacation time from hire Professional Growth - Paid education programs and career development opportunities Health & Wellness - Onsite fitness center for employees and spouses Safety First - Prescription safety glasses and safety shoe reimbursement Employee-Friendly - Flexible policies in a temperature-controlled facility

Ready to Apply? If you're passionate about precision engineering and want to make an impact in advanced manufacturing, we want to hear from you. Apply today at www.jagemann.com Jagemann Stamping is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

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