Tool Engineering Manager

Job#: 3033084

Job Description:
Tool Engineering Manager

Location: Briggs, Texas
Employment Type: Permanent

Role Overview

A search is being conducted for a Tool Engineering Manager. In this role, you will lead a team of Tooling Engineers responsible for the design, fabrication, and integration of production jigs and fixtures. The position is responsible for managing a team to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of tooling solutions that support product development, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires a leader who can make decisions based on situational influences and drive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the tooling engineering team, including recruitment, performance management, and professional development.
• Oversee the design, development, procurement, and commissioning of tooling for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, cost, and improve tooling performance.
• Manage tooling project timelines, budgets, and deliverables from concept through production readiness.
• Evaluate and implement new tooling technologies and materials to improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex tooling issues during development and production.
• Foster a teaming environment for knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: 7+ years of experience in tooling design and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Experience with GD&T, drawing interpretation, and developing procurement estimates and ROIs is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Tool Engineering leadership experience.
• Experience championing process improvements.
• Experience with design for manufacturability and advanced material handling technologies.
• Experience incorporating ergonomics and human factors into design.
• Knowledge of composites manufacturing, propulsion integration, and launch vehicle integration processes.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary for this position is $149,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year. A comprehensive benefits package is available.

Company Overview & Culture

This company is an end-to-end responsive space organization on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space. Its small- to medium-lift launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles service the entire lifecycle of government and commercial missions. The organization utilizes carbon composite structures, patented propulsion technologies, and common components to iterate quickly, improve reliability, and deliver payloads at a lower cost.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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