Laboratory Tooling Designer

Salary Range

$65,000.00 to $74,000.00

Ability to speak (conversational), read, and write in English.

Associate in Engineering Science (AES) degree or minimum 3rd year undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Tool Design
• CAD & Analysis:
  High proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo Parametric (preferred), Solid Works, or Autocad)
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance analysis
• Materials & Manufacturing:
  Knowledge of machining processes, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and materials science
• Strong understanding of Machine Shop processes and materials, including knowledge of machining and fabrication techniques

• Ability to design, create, and approve CAD drawings and assembly models; prior experience with Creo Parametric 10.0 is a plus
• Advanced mechanical skills
• Capable of using precision measurement instruments
• Ability to create written instructions
• Basic knowledge of sealing technology is a plus but not required
• Basic understanding of PLC programming and VFD control is a plus but not required
• Basic knowledge of calibration and verification activities is a plus but not required
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus but not required

• Skilled in basic use of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Active use of analytical thinking
• Read, understand, and create mechanical drawings
• Design Optimization
• Drafting Standards; GD&T knowledge is a plus (Y14.5)

• High integrity, highly responsible, methodical, and open-minded
• Good coordination, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
• Organization
• Customer and result oriented
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team and to work on an interdisciplinary base
• Driven by continuous improvement and self-development

• Design & Modeling:
  Create detailed 2D/3D CAD models and production drawings for lab test stations and tooling
• Fixturing & Workholding:
  Develop specialized jigs and fixtures to hold, assemble, or test components
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM):
  Interact with data management software to create, revise, and manage part drawings
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with engineers, technicians, and vendors to ensure tools meet rigorous operational, safety, and precision standards
• Specification & Procurement:
  Select appropriate engineering materials, manage Bill of Materials (BOMs), and oversee the fabrication or sourcing of tools
• Verification:
  Develop methods and work standards to validate that the designed tooling performs accurately under laboratory conditions in compliance with quality standards and customer specifications
• Management of tooling stock:
  Responsible for design, supplier RFQs, quote comparison, vendor choice, purchasing activities (purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and receipts), receiving inspection, non-conformance management, and vendor corrective actions for the procurement of tooling used to mount test samples onto machinery; inventory control of the stock tooling to 5S standards (right part in the right quantity at the right place in the right time)
• Promote improvements and development of product/techniques based on observations from test results
• Perform testing on prototypes, existing, and competitor products based on test procedures and instructions on test request
• Set up test samples on machines using dial indicators and gauges
• Program test cycles into machine programmers to run cyclic test schedules
• Monitor and collect test data using data acquisition systems
• Maintain accurate daily logs of temperature, oil leakage, etc. as defined by test request
• For environmental tests, maintain all auxiliary test equipment throughout the duration of the test
• Perform routine maintenance of lab test equipment and tools
• Participate in SKF's safety practices and maintain a safe work environment
• Actively nourish a culture of continuous improvement to improve the efficiency of the laboratory activities in the interest of SKF (Familiar with: Maintenance excellence program, 5S, VSM is a plus, but not required)
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and instructions for…