TOOL DESIGN ENGINEER

Termax is a dynamic manufacturing and engineering company specializing in metal, plastic and rubber fastening systems. Our 250,000 square foot facility in Lake Zurich, IL, provides manufacturing, engineering and in-house tooling capabilities that world-class organizations rely on to support their operations.

Job Description Summary

Designs high-precision progressive metal stamping tools and related jigs, dies, fixtures, gauges, and attachments for production or prototype use in metalworking machines. Prepares layout and detail drawings and modifies tool designs based on trial or production service data to improve tool life or performance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design & Development:

• Prepare layout and detail drawings for single and progressive cutting, stamping, and forming tools.
• Create and update detailed drawings required for manufacturing using the company's CAD system.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D models of complex tooling, such as progressive stamping dies, injection molds, or robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT).

Prototyping & Testing:

• Work closely with the tool room to debug and modify tools, updating designs based on trial or production service data to improve tool life or performance.
• Oversee the fabrication of tool prototypes and conduct "die trials" or mold samplings to ensure the output meets dimensional specifications.

Process Optimization:

• Study specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Design EDM blocks, fixtures, and other layouts required for the tool room to maintain and repair dies.
• Analyze existing manufacturing workflows to identify bottlenecks and design custom fixtures or gauges to improve speed and repeatability.

Material Selection:

• Create a bill of materials for all designs.
• Determine the best materials (e.g., hardened tool steels, carbides, or polymers) based on wear resistance, heat treatment requirements, and production volume.

• Follow ISO/IATF, safety, and environmental procedures as well as department and corporate policies and procedures.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with engineers, tool room staff, production supervisors, and other personnel in an effective and constructive manner to maintain positive relationships and ensure completion of responsibilities.
• Actively participate in and support the company’s commitment to continuous improvement.

Other:

• Follow ISO/IATF, safety, and environmental procedures as well as department and corporate policies and procedures.
• Maintain EPDM (engineering document/product data management vault).

Authority

• None

Job Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of CAD systems (Solidworks, Autocad).
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes, including plastic and metal (steel) dies and forming operations.
• Flexibility and tolerance for constantly changing demands.

Abilities

• Ability to apply algebraic and geometric formulas.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and engineering blueprints.
• Ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous projects.

Education and Training

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering, plus 5+ years of related tool design experience in a manufacturing environment.

Tools and Equipment

• Measuring instruments.
• Computer and other general office equipment. 
• Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs where required.

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The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Other duties may be assigned and are not limited to those listed above.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Termax is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation or national origin. 

Competitive Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and 401K (Roth and Traditional). Tuition reimbursement to support your development.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

E-Verification: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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