Waterloo, IA · On-site
$34 - $48/hr
Tool Designer Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company Location: Waterloo, IA 50703 Duration: 24 ... Design and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, gauges, assemblies, and equipment * Create 3D ...
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Waterloo, IA · On-site
$34 - $48/hr
Tool Designer Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company Location: Waterloo, IA 50703 Duration: 24 ... Design and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, gauges, assemblies, and equipment * Create 3D ...
Waterloo, IA · On-site
... tooling, fixtures, gauges, assemblies, and equipment • Create 3D models and detailed 2D ... designs • Coordinate tooling design, procurement, and implementation activities • Manage ...
Waterloo, IA · On-site
... tooling, fixtures, gauges, assemblies, and equipment • Create 3D models and detailed 2D ... designs • Coordinate tooling design, procurement, and implementation activities • Manage ...
Waterloo, IA · On-site
$40 - $45/hr
Tool Designer Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company Location: Waterloo, IA 50703 Duration: 24 ... Design tooling, fixtures, gauges, and assemblies * Lead tooling development for new and revised ...
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Waterloo, IA · On-site
$40 - $45/hr
Tool Designer Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company Location: Waterloo, IA 50703 Duration: 24 ... Design tooling, fixtures, gauges, and assemblies * Lead tooling development for new and revised ...
Oskaloosa, IA · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs. * Design or select work-holding fixtures, choose tooling, and calculate speeds and feeds. * Interpret blueprints, CAD models ...
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Oskaloosa, IA · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to improve tooling designs. * Design or select work-holding fixtures, choose tooling, and calculate speeds and feeds. * Interpret blueprints, CAD models ...
Waterloo, IA · On-site
Major Purpose Plans, coordinates, develops and procures new concepts and designs for tooling to facilitate the implementation of new and revised products into the core manufacturing processes.
Waterloo, IA · On-site
Major Purpose Plans, coordinates, develops and procures new concepts and designs for tooling to facilitate the implementation of new and revised products into the core manufacturing processes.
Decorah, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Decorah, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Decorah, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Decorah, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Decorah, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Decorah, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Saint Lucas, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Saint Lucas, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Cresco, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Cresco, IA · On-site
$23.23/hr
C.'s as needed to improve tooling designs as well as updates setup sheets and reviews obsolete orders. Recognizes the acceptable quality of draw dies. Learn how to interpret tooling and production ...
Major Purpose Plans, coordinates, develops and procures new concepts and designs for tooling to facilitate the implementation of new and revised products into the core manufacturing processes.
Major Purpose Plans, coordinates, develops and procures new concepts and designs for tooling to facilitate the implementation of new and revised products into the core manufacturing processes.
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and the CAD technician to enhance tooling designs. Utilize Mastercam software to generate G-code programs. Design work holding fixtures and/or select and use purchased work ...
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and the CAD technician to enhance tooling designs. Utilize Mastercam software to generate G-code programs. Design work holding fixtures and/or select and use purchased work ...
Oskaloosa, IA · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and the CAD technician to enhance tooling designs. Utilize Mastercam software to generate G-code programs. Design work holding fixtures and/or select and use purchased work ...
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Oskaloosa, IA · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and the CAD technician to enhance tooling designs. Utilize Mastercam software to generate G-code programs. Design work holding fixtures and/or select and use purchased work ...
Oskaloosa, IA · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and the CAD technician to enhance tooling designs. Utilize Mastercam software to generate G-code programs. Design work holding fixtures and/or select and use purchased work ...
Oskaloosa, IA · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Collaborate with engineers and the CAD technician to enhance tooling designs. Utilize Mastercam software to generate G-code programs. Design work holding fixtures and/or select and use purchased work ...
Council Bluffs, IA · On-site
$120K - $155K/yr
Technical Program Manager III, Tooling and Telemetry, Google Data Centers Share Technical Program ... The Google Data Centers team (GDC) designs, builds and operates many gigawatts of reliable ...
Council Bluffs, IA · On-site
$120K - $155K/yr
Technical Program Manager III, Tooling and Telemetry, Google Data Centers Share Technical Program ... The Google Data Centers team (GDC) designs, builds and operates many gigawatts of reliable ...
Dubuque, IA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or manufacturing processes. * Proven ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical solutions. * Experience ...
Dubuque, IA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or manufacturing processes. * Proven ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical solutions. * Experience ...
Dubuque, IA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or manufacturing processes. * Proven ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical solutions. * Experience ...
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Dubuque, IA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or manufacturing processes. * Proven ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical solutions. * Experience ...
Ankeny, IA · On-site
$24.75 - $31/hr
You'll collaborate with engineers, designers, and fellow toolmakers to create and maintain tooling measured in microns, contributing directly to innovative products used around the world. ESSENTIAL ...
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Ankeny, IA · On-site
$24.75 - $31/hr
You'll collaborate with engineers, designers, and fellow toolmakers to create and maintain tooling measured in microns, contributing directly to innovative products used around the world. ESSENTIAL ...
Dubuque, IA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or manufacturing processes. * Proven ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical solutions. * Experience ...
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Dubuque, IA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Experience designing or improving machining, sheet metal, tooling, or manufacturing processes. * Proven ability to diagnose operational problems and implement practical solutions. * Experience ...
... Tooling and Prototype. Additional duties are determination of appropriate tools, controls and processes for testing and manufacturing of designs and other projects as requested by the Engineering ...
... Tooling and Prototype. Additional duties are determination of appropriate tools, controls and processes for testing and manufacturing of designs and other projects as requested by the Engineering ...
$22.35 - $24.69
3% of jobs
$24.69 - $27.03
6% of jobs
$27.03 - $29.37
15% of jobs
$29.47 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$29.37 - $31.71
13% of jobs
$31.71 - $34.05
10% of jobs
The median wage is $34.83 / hr.
$34.05 - $36.39
10% of jobs
$36.39 - $38.73
9% of jobs
$38.73 - $41.07
7% of jobs
$41.46 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$41.07 - $43.41
16% of jobs
$43.41 - $45.75
7% of jobs
$45.75 - $48.09
4% of jobs
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| Aspect | Tooling Designer | Manufacturing Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a technical diploma or associate degree in manufacturing, mechanical design, or related fields | Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or mechanical engineering |
| Work Environment | Designs and develops tooling for manufacturing processes, often working in CAD software and collaborating with production teams | Oversees manufacturing processes, improves production efficiency, and ensures quality in factory settings |
| Industry Usage | Commonly employed in automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods manufacturing | Used across various manufacturing sectors to optimize production systems |
While both roles support manufacturing, Tooling Designers focus on creating the tools and dies needed for production, whereas Manufacturing Engineers optimize and manage the overall manufacturing processes. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job focus within manufacturing industries.
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Waterloo, IA • On-site
$34 - $48/hr
Contractor
Re-posted 21 days ago
Job Title: Tool Designer
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company
Location: Waterloo, IA 50703
Duration: 24 Months (Possible Extension/Conversion)
Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, OT Likely)
Key Responsibilities
• Design and develop manufacturing tooling, fixtures, gauges, assemblies, and equipment
• Create 3D models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings
• Support machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations
• Apply GD&T and engineering standards to tooling designs
• Coordinate tooling design, procurement, and implementation activities
• Manage tooling projects from concept through build and tryout
• Collaborate with machinists, welders, inspectors, engineers, and suppliers
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance
• Support manufacturing process improvements and lean initiatives
• Troubleshoot tooling and manufacturing issues and implement solutions
• Manage external tooling vendors and suppliers
• Ensure revision control, documentation accuracy, and drawing standards compliance
Required Skills
• Tool design experience
• Creo or Solid Modeling (SolidWorks, Creo Parametric)
• 3D CAD modeling and 2D drafting
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Tooling, fixture, and gauge design
• Manufacturing process knowledge
• Fabrication and machining methods
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Project coordination and communication skills
Preferred Skills
• C++ programming
• Python programming
• SQL knowledge
• Project Management experience
• Supply Management/Purchasing experience
• Lean Manufacturing exposure
• Vendor/Supplier coordination
• Process improvement experience
Ideal Background
• Tool Designer
• Tooling Engineer
• Fixture Design Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling)
• Mechanical Design Engineer
• Tool & Die Designer
• Product Design Engineer (Manufacturing)
• CAD Designer – Manufacturing
Education
• Engineering Degree preferred (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field)
• Recent graduates considered if they have internships and strong Creo/Solid Modeling experience
• 5+ years of Tool Design experience highly preferred
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