Tool Designer III - Machining, Sheet Metal, And Tool Design
KYYBA, IncWaterloo, IA
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Title: Tool Designer III - Machining, Sheet Metal, and Tool Design // Tool Designer Location: Waterloo, IA - 50703 Duration: 24 Months (possible extension) 1st Shift: 6 AM to 2:30 PM, overtime is likely - plan to work up to 50 hours a week, depending on workload Work Details:
- Onsite only (no remote), business casual dress code.
- Interview preference: Will start with Teams interviews before conducting onsite interviews so candidates must be willing to travel to Waterloo for an onsite interview.
- Will need metatarsal safety boots for first day.
- Are you a hands-on designer who thrives at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing?
- Do you enjoy seeing your designs go from concept to chips, welds, and finished tools?
- We're looking for a Tool Designer who takes pride in practical, well-executed designs and strong shop collaboration.
- Create accurate 3D models and complete 2D drawing packages ready for manufacturing.
- Apply a solid understanding of materials and common manufacturing processes to every design.
- Design with machining, assembly, and adjustability in mind.
- Apply tolerances appropriately keeping designs robust without over engineering.
- Factor in cost, lead time, and real-world shop capabilities from day one.
- Produce clear, concise drawings that minimize shop questions.
- Consistently follow drafting, documentation, and company standards.
- Maintain strong revision control and clear change communication.
- Clearly communicate design intent through drawings and discussions.
- Work closely with machinists, welders, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
- Welcome feedback and incorporate shop-floor input into better designs.
- Take a practical, solution oriented approach to design challenges.
- Adapt quickly to changing requirements and constraints.
- Balance simplicity with functional and performance requirements.
- Take responsibility for designs from concept through build and tryout.
- Follow through on issues, corrections, and improvements.
- Continuously improve by applying lessons learned to future designs.
- Experience with Creo or Solid modeling.
- Knowledge of fabrication methods; engineering background.
- Programming experience (C++, Python, SQL).
- Project management experience, supply management/purchasing experience.
- Candidates with at least 5 years of tool design experience highly preferred.
- Recent graduates need to have relevant internships and experience with Creo or Solid modeling.
- Must travel to Waterloo for an onsite interview.
- This position may drive a owned Gator inside the factory to get from the office area to a different office area in another part of the factory (all connected and indoors).
- Worker will need to successfully complete safety training to be approved to drive this.
- They will transport their computer or parts/tools.
- Other workers could ride along if they are going to the same areas due to limited number of available Gators.
- This would not be driven outside.
- May also drive their personal vehicle to other facilities within a 20 mile radius.
- Rental cars are not used for this travel.
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