Tooling Engineer - Muskegon Area

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Muskegon that are seeking skilled Tooling Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

• →Designs, develops, and optimizes tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes.
• →Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define tooling requirements and specifications.
• →Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective actions for tooling-related issues.
• →Manages tooling projects from conception through production launch, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• →Selects and specifies appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for tooling components.
• →Develops and maintains tooling documentation, including drawings, specifications, and maintenance procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in tooling design, development, and optimization within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) for tooling design and analysis.
• Strong understanding of various manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, stamping, machining) and their tooling requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex tooling issues to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.

• Experience with CAD/CAM software for mold design and manufacturing (e.g., SolidWorks, Catia, Mastercam).
• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes beyond injection molding (e.g., stamping, casting, CNC machining).
• Ability to perform DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) analyses.
• Knowledge of metrology and inspection techniques for tooling validation.
• Experience with simulation software for mold flow analysis (e.g., Moldex3D, Abaqus).

Tooling Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, CNC Programmer, Fixture Design Engineer, Jig and Fixture Engineer, Production Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD/CAM Engineer, Tool and Die Maker

The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.