Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Indexable Cutting Tools

Flushing, ARCH Cutting Tools - Flushing, 7162 Sheridan Rd, Flushing, MI 48433, USA

• Strong design aptitude, with the ability to apply CAD/CAM skills to real-world manufacturing challenges and create value for both customers and the business.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, including teamwork, constructive feedback, and project coordination.
• Confidence working cross-functionally with customers, sales teams, and manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP, and CRM systems to support quote development, tracking, and follow-up.

Strong knowledge of indexable tooling (>5 years of experience), including:

• Turning
• Milling
• Drilling
• Grooving and Threading

• Part prints
• GD&T
• Material specifications
• Machine capabilities and process requirements

• Speeds and feeds
• Tool life
• Cycle time
• Insert grade and geometry selection

• Experience working for a cutting tool manufacturer, distributor, or machining company.
• Experience quoting both special tooling and standard indexable products.
• Familiarity with aerospace, medical, automotive, or general machining applications.
• Ability to recommend tooling solutions based on workpiece material, setup rigidity, coolant application, machine horsepower, and production volume.

• Review of RFQs, prints, and machining requirements
• Select appropriate indexable tooling solutions.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations.
• Support outside sales and customers with technical recommendations.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and vendors regarding feasibility and lead times.
• Help improve quote win rate, margin performance, and response time.
• Design custom and indexable cutting tools, including complex geometries used in precision machining.
• Own tooling designs from concept phase through production release.
• Collaborate closely with sales, applications, and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets.
• Prepare detailed engineering documentation and CAD models for production.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering.
• Experience designing indexable cutting tools (boring bars, inserts, form tools, or similar).
• Strong proficiency with Solid Works and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of metal cutting processes and machining applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

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