Tool Designer 3

Tooling Engineer/Tool Designer

ST LOUIS, MO

Long Term Contract

We are seeking a skilled Tooling Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of complex tooling and equipment solutions for aerospace manufacturing. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling meets design, safety, and production requirements, while also integrating innovative technologies such as robotics and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and document advanced tooling and equipment concepts to support aerospace product design and manufacturing.
• Participate in design reviews, gather requirements, and create or revise 2D/3D models and technical drawings.
• Research and apply emerging technologies, including robotics and automation, to enhance build processes.
• Create offload packages, specifications, purchase requests, and usage instructions for tooling and equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, ergonomics, maintainability, reliability, and regulatory standards.
• Develop inspection criteria, preventive maintenance plans, and user training documentation.
• Provide technical support for engineering changes and resolve discrepancies through data analysis and problem-solving.
• Maintain configuration control of hardware and software systems.
• Evaluate and recommend disposition of existing tooling and equipment.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Prior experience in tool engineering within an aerospace or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD tools and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, production systems, and quality processes.
• Knowledge of robotics, electrical engineering, and retrofit design.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering data and apply corrective actions.
• Familiarity with Boeing processes and standards is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Competencies:

• Continuous learning and innovation mindset
• Strong customer focus and business acumen
• Systems thinking and analytical skills
• Safety and quality awareness
• Experience with maintenance, retrofit, and operations processes

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor's degree with 1+ years of experience, or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience in engineering or a related field.

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