Senior Tooling Designer

KnowhirematchWeyauwega, WI

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Job Description

Senior Tooling DesignerLocation: Central Wisconsin (100% onsite; no relocation)Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent W-2Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder requiredSalary: Up to $100,000/year + Full benefitsRetirement & Perks: 6% 401(k) contribution (regardless of employee match), profit-sharing, on-site health clinics

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Join a foundational leader in North American manufacturing known for cutting-edge production and sustainable operations. We foster a collaborative environment where career longevity is common—many of our team members build decades-long tenures. Enjoy exceptional benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Your Role

As our Senior Tooling Designer, you will partner closely with foundry tooling engineers and pattern makers to translate casting requirements into robust tooling solutions:

Tooling Design & Layout: Develop multi-cavity mold and core box configurations using 3D CAD (PowerShape, Inventor, Creo, NX, etc.), applying shrink, draft, radii, and fillet modifications for manufacturability.
CAD Modeling & Surfacing: Create accurate 3D models from 2D layouts, perform complex surfacing tasks, and calculate pattern offsets to ensure dimensional precision.
CAM Support: Provide CNC toolpath-ready models and detailed geometry information to CAM programmers for efficient machining of patterns and cores.
Documentation & Drawings: Produce comprehensive build, assembly, and material-takeoff drawings for the pattern shop; respond to design inquiries and coordinate material orders.
Process Improvements: Recommend new tooling technologies and rework strategies; lead training sessions for pattern personnel to elevate shop capabilities.

Requirements

What You Bring

CAD Mastery: Minimum 5 years of 3D CAD experience with surfacing, non-uniform shrink/draft application, and conversion of 2D layouts into precise 3D models.
Tooling Expertise: At least 5 years designing molds, cores, and patterns with a deep understanding of pattern offsets and stock-material calculations.
Proven Track Record: Solid work history demonstrating reliability, attention to detail, and continuous design innovation.
Local Commitment: Live within 45 minutes of our Central Wisconsin facility to ensure dependable onsite presence.

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