Tooling Engineer - Lansing Area

Tooling Engineer | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $76,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Lansing seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Lansing that are seeking Tooling Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and modify manufacturing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Oversee the fabrication, assembly, and testing of new tooling.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling failures.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance plans for production tooling.
• Collaborate with production and design teams to optimize tooling performance and manufacturability.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for tooling components.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling life, efficiency, and quality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in tooling design, manufacturing, or maintenance within a production environment.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) for tooling design and simulation.
• Strong understanding of various manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, EDM, and grinding.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and metrology techniques.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex tooling issues and implement effective corrective actions.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with additive manufacturing (3D printing) for tooling.
• Proficiency in FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software for tool design validation.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Knowledge of advanced materials science for high-performance tooling.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tooling Engineer, Tool Engineer, Tool Designer, Die Design Engineer, Mold Design Engineer, Jig and Fixture Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Tooling Design Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.