SCHERDEL Group · 3 days ago
Progressive Die and Tooling Design Engineer
Muskegon, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelSCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc. is a company that transforms concept into production-ready precision. The Progressive Die and Tooling Design Engineer will collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and sales to design and produce tooling, manage CAD files, and mentor trainees.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Engineer progressive tools and dies accurately and efficiently to company engineering specifications and agreed timelines
Produce 3D solid models for rendering, prototyping, and detailed 2D assemblies and component drawings
Create complete bills of materials, including recommended spare and wear items
Manage engineering CAD files in an organized, comprehensible structure
Participate in design reviews to clarify customer requirements, production constraints, and timing considerations
Deliver drawings for both customers and production personnel
Collaborate with Engineering to progress designs from concept through preliminary and detail phases
Generate preliminary die sketches, strip layouts, and detailed drawings that meet customer part and machine specifications while aligning with the original quote
Select standard components per company guidelines and ensure materials and components are ordered on time
Track, document, and communicate build progress as jobs move through the shop
Support prototype blank and fixture design as needed
Work in accordance with SCHERDEL’s quality and environmental systems and customer quality requirements
Provide guidance to trainees developing tool design skills
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or CAD design—or equivalent years of experience
Training through an accredited program and hands-on experience in tool and die design/engineering
Proficient with Windows, MS Office products, and Lotus Notes
Extensive CAD proficiency: Siemens NX and SolidWorks
Strong ability to read specs, blueprints/drawings, and technical data
3D modeling expertise required; solid understanding and application of geometric tolerancing
Willingness to travel internationally for training (including Germany and Mexico)
Time Management
Results Driven
Problem Solver
Thoroughness
Communication
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Ability to bend, twist, and stand for 8–12 hour periods
Lift up to 35 lbs as needed
Perform repetitive tasks
Operate in a fast-paced environment
Fast-paced work style
Daily use of technology with extended periods on computer and keyboard
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Tool/Die/Mold Repair
Tool/Die/Mold Setup
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Company
SCHERDEL Group
With approximately 6,500 employees at 35 locations world wide, the SCHERDEL Group is a family-owned, leading company in the field of metal-forming with core competence in the production of engineering springs as well as of vehicle components and components for the medical market.
Founded in 1889
5,001-10,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase