Tooling Engineer - Kentwood Area

Tooling Engineer | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $73,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood region seeking Tooling Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and modify tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures for manufacturing processes.
• Optimize existing tooling for improved performance, efficiency, and longevity.
• Diagnose and resolve complex tooling issues, implementing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, design, and quality teams to define tooling requirements and integrate solutions.
• Manage tooling projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and supplier coordination, from concept to implementation.
• Establish and implement preventative maintenance programs and ensure tooling compliance with safety and quality standards.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in tooling design, development, or maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) for tooling design and drafting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, or CNC machining and their tooling requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and implement solutions for tooling-related issues.
• Knowledge of tooling materials, heat treatment processes, and surface finishes.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency in advanced CAD/CAM software for simulation and analysis.
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles to tooling optimization.
• Project management experience for complex tooling development and implementation.
• Knowledge of automation and robotics integration with tooling systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tooling Engineer, Mold Engineer, Die Engineer, Fixture Engineer, Tool Design Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Tooling Specialist, Jig and Fixture 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.