Design/Manufacturing Engineer

Position Overview

Job Title: Design/Manufacturing Engineer. Department: Engineering. Reports to: Director of Engineering. Classification: Non-Exempt. Location: Menomonee Falls, WI. The Design/Manufacturing Engineer will initiate and complete the concept design phase for special form tools and complex modified standard cutting tools by producing new drawings and designating production routings across a variety of industries. This role requires close collaboration with the Sales Team and customers to ensure tooling is designed and released to the shop on time and with accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and quote standard, modified standard, and custom tools.
• Collect data by interfacing with customers and sales representatives to help determine the most appropriate tool type.
• Gather manufacturing and engineering data to evaluate production feasibility and prepare accurate quotations.
• Communicate with customers regarding quotations, applications, and design engineering.
• Assist inside sales with order processing, phone calls, and correspondence during high workload periods.
• Request material quotes when necessary.
• Implement engineering changes to existing designs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• College degree is required.
• Ability to read blueprints is required.
• Knowledge of cutting tool series application understanding.
• Must have MS Office skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of spatial awareness and conceptualize complex geometry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferable degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Machining experience is preferred.
• Vocational school or apprenticeship experience is preferred.
• Manufacturing background is preferred.
• Solidworks/AutoCAD experience is preferred.
• Computer programming experience is preferred.