Tooling Engineer - Allegan Area

Salary Range: $70,000 - $109,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Allegan seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

We partner with manufacturers across Allegan seeking Tooling Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

• Design, develop, and modify manufacturing tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Analyze and troubleshoot tooling-related production issues, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Optimize tooling performance, lifespan, and efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling meets product specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Specify and source appropriate tooling materials, components, and equipment.
• Manage tooling projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Conduct tool trials, validations, and implement preventative maintenance programs.

• Experience in the design, development, and improvement of tooling, molds, dies, or fixtures.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for tooling design and analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, stamping, injection molding, or casting.
• Knowledge of various tooling materials, heat treatments, and surface finishes.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot tooling issues, implement corrective actions, and optimize performance.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) for tooling applications.
• Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software for advanced tool simulation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent experience.
• Basic programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, VBA) for automation or data analysis.

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.