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Tooling Design Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Engineering CAD Designer

Burlington, WI

$28.50 - $39.25/hr

The CAD Engineering Designer will utilize AutoCAD 2025 to provide preliminary design and drafting ... tooling, layouts, process flow sheets, P&IDs, and fabrication details. Additionally, the CAD ...

Tooling Manager

Sheboygan, WI · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering * Extensive knowledge of the design, build, and maintenance of tooling * Basic CAD abilities * Experience in managing projects and timelines * Ability to analyze and ...

Tool Design Engineer

La Crosse, WI · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Tool Design Engineer Opening for a 1st shift Tool Design Engineer in our growing manufacturing ... tooling. This is a full-time position with the following benefits: · 100% Premium Paid Health ...

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How much do tooling design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for tooling design engineer in Wisconsin is $91,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,700.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Tooling Design Engineer vs Manufacturing Engineer?

AspectTooling Design EngineerManufacturing Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, CAD certificationsBachelor's in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, CAD certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, CAD software, manufacturing plantsProduction floors, design offices, plant management
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, consumer goods manufacturingAutomotive, aerospace, electronics, consumer products

Tooling Design Engineers focus on creating and optimizing tools and dies used in manufacturing processes, while Manufacturing Engineers oversee the entire production process to improve efficiency and quality. Both roles require engineering backgrounds and CAD skills, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ significantly.

What are some common challenges tooling design engineers face when working on new product launches?

Tooling Design Engineers often encounter challenges such as tight development timelines, evolving product specifications, and the need to balance cost-efficiency with durability in tooling materials. Collaborating closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers is crucial to ensure designs are both manufacturable and maintainable. Additionally, they must proactively address potential production bottlenecks by anticipating how tool designs will perform during large-scale manufacturing, which often requires adaptability and strong problem-solving skills.

What is a tooling design engineer?

Tooling Design Engineers are professionals who design and develop tools, dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and other equipment used in manufacturing processes. They work closely with production teams to ensure that the tools they design improve efficiency, maintain quality, and meet specific production requirements. These engineers use CAD software and engineering principles to create precise and durable tooling solutions, and often collaborate with machinists and other engineers to refine their designs. Their role is vital in optimizing the manufacturing workflow and reducing production costs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tooling design engineer?

To thrive as a Tooling Design Engineer, you need expertise in mechanical engineering principles, CAD software proficiency, and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Mastery of tools like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and familiarity with simulation software or GD&T certifications are commonly required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with cross-functional teams and address complex design challenges. These skills ensure the delivery of efficient, cost-effective tooling solutions that meet production and quality standards.
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Infographic showing various Tooling Design Engineer job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,295 per year, or $43.9 per hour.

$28.50 - $39.25/hr

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Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The CAD Engineering Designer will utilize AutoCAD 2025 to provide preliminary design and drafting support for Factory Engineering, focusing on Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines. This role includes assisting in the preparation of supporting documents for capital investment proposals in collaboration with factory and Group Engineering teams. The CAD Drafter will need to be proficient in AutoCAD 2D, 3D, and Autodesk Inventor, enabling the creation of industrial drawings for equipment tooling, layouts, process flow sheets, P&IDs, and fabrication details. Additionally, the CAD Drafter will prepare specifications to meet comprehensive design responsibilities and may work with BIM360 and AutoCAD Construction Cloud (ACC). The ability to assemble bid packages following AIA specifications and execute small projects is essential. Willingness to travel to other factory and vendor locations is required, with travel expectations of 10-20%.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ensure that factory key drawings are kept up-to-date and properly archived at the factory or site.
  • Support the factory engineers and operations teams in establishing layouts and flow sheets during the conceptual and basic design phases of projects related to new products, new process lines, and line improvement projects.
  • Support various large print requests for factory events, VIP visits, etc.
  • Propose and define different alternatives to support the Early Management principles.
  • Support engineers or other factory functions with technical concepts and basic design for operational projects, including machine or tooling design using AutoDesk Inventor to support Early Management principles.
  • Update and coordinate technical guidelines and specifications related to drawings.
  • Maintain and ensure standards for engineering drawings are consistently applied in the factory in accordance with Group Engineering drawing standards.
  • Own the organization of Engineering Drawing and manuals in both paper and electronic format. Support project turnover from Engineers to ensure manuals and drawings are properly archived for Engineering and Maintenance activities. Digitize drawings as necessary.
  • Provide training to factory engineers or any third-party contractors engaged in the preparation of factory project or operational drawings.
  • Manage small building improvement/upgrade projects with contractor supervision.
  • Support the Engineering Department with SAP and NIMT Administration.
  • Must be willing to travel to other Nestlé factories and vendor sites as required to support resident factory project requirements.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required, college degree in a related field, preferred.
  • Professional certification in industrial design/drafting, specifically using AutoCAD, preferred.
  • Technically competent and highly proficient in AutoCAD 2D/3D to help support Early Management principles.
  • 4 - 6 years of experience in industrial design, preferred.
  • Work experience in a TPM environment is preferred.
  • AutoDesk Inventor or AutoCAD factory design suite experience is a plus.

SKILLS:
  • Familiarity with applicable hygiene details for food plant design.
  • Ability to prepare architectural, mechanical, and electrical designs, in terms of layout, code requirements and specifications.
  • Familiarity with multiple engineering discipline coordination, planning and execution.
  • Strong drafting and documentation skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment as well as cross-functionally across divisions.
  • Work sequence-planning skills.
  • Work within multiple teams.
  • Familiarity with SAP is a plus.
  • Good conceptual and technical problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based programs.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 403084
Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The CAD Engineering Designer will utilize AutoCAD 2025 to provide preliminary design and drafting support for Factory Engineering, focusing on Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines. This role includes assisting in the preparation of supporting documents for capital investment proposals in collaboration with factory and Group Engineering teams. The CAD Drafter will need to be proficient in AutoCAD 2D, 3D, and Autodesk Inventor, enabling the creation of industrial drawings for equipment tooling, layouts, process flow sheets, P&IDs, and fabrication details. Additionally, the CAD Drafter will prepare specifications to meet comprehensive design responsibilities and may work with BIM360 and AutoCAD Construction Cloud (ACC). The ability to assemble bid packages following AIA specifications and execute small projects is essential. Willingness to travel to other factory and vendor locations is required, with travel expectations of 10-20%.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ensure that factory key drawings are kept up-to-date and properly archived at the factory or site.
  • Support the factory engineers and operations teams in establishing layouts and flow sheets during the conceptual and basic design phases of projects related to new products, new process lines, and line improvement projects.
  • Support various large print requests for factory events, VIP visits, etc.
  • Propose and define different alternatives to support the Early Management principles.
  • Support engineers or other factory functions with technical concepts and basic design for operational projects, including machine or tooling design using AutoDesk Inventor to support Early Management principles.
  • Update and coordinate technical guidelines and specifications related to drawings.
  • Maintain and ensure standards for engineering drawings are consistently applied in the factory in accordance with Group Engineering drawing standards.
  • Own the organization of Engineering Drawing and manuals in both paper and electronic format. Support project turnover from Engineers to ensure manuals and drawings are properly archived for Engineering and Maintenance activities. Digitize drawings as necessary.
  • Provide training to factory engineers or any third-party contractors engaged in the preparation of factory project or operational drawings.
  • Manage small building improvement/upgrade projects with contractor supervision.
  • Support the Engineering Department with SAP and NIMT Administration.
  • Must be willing to travel to other Nestlé factories and vendor sites as required to support resident factory project requirements.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required, college degree in a related field, preferred.
  • Professional certification in industrial design/drafting, specifically using AutoCAD, preferred.
  • Technically competent and highly proficient in AutoCAD 2D/3D to help support Early Management principles.
  • 4 - 6 years of experience in industrial design, preferred.
  • Work experience in a TPM environment is preferred.
  • AutoDesk Inventor or AutoCAD factory design suite experience is a plus.

SKILLS:
  • Familiarity with applicable hygiene details for food plant design.
  • Ability to prepare architectural, mechanical, and electrical designs, in terms of layout, code requirements and specifications.
  • Familiarity with multiple engineering discipline coordination, planning and execution.
  • Strong drafting and documentation skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment as well as cross-functionally across divisions.
  • Work sequence-planning skills.
  • Work within multiple teams.
  • Familiarity with SAP is a plus.
  • Good conceptual and technical problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based programs.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 403084