Design Engineer

Design Engineer

Ingersoll Cutting Tool Company is proud to be part of the IMC Group of Companies with over 130 subsidiaries in 60 countries. Our US operations are located on a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and marketing campus in Rockford, Illinois. We are currently accepting applications for a Design Engineer position.

• Designs, develops, and coordinates innovative product designs for the metal removal process.
• Generate concise manufacturing detail prints for tooling related to the metal removal field.
• Create and maintain user documentation (process prints, concept prints, instructions, etc.).
• Coordinate and document large and complex projects.
• Develop innovative products.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering. AAS degree in the same field with ≥ 2 years of relevant work experience is also acceptable.
• Relevant work experience, including any combination of the following:
  • Set‑up and operation of CNC machines
  • Manufacturing print detailing
  • Solid modeling (Creo preferred)
  • Metal removal product testing
  • Technical report writing
  • Quality control of machined components
  • CNC machine programming
• Some prior CAD experience—PTC Creo (preferred) and/or AutoCAD.
• Project management skills.
• Working knowledge of metallurgy, metal removal processes, and CAD drafting techniques.
• Self‑starter with the initiative to conceptualize and develop next‑generation metal removal tooling.
• Good understanding of machine cutting tool capabilities and detailed knowledge and experience in applied manufacturing techniques.

This is a full‑time day‑shift position that may require intermittent overtime based on workflow demands (potential for long shifts and/or weekend work).

Salary Range: $65‑$67 K per year.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work well independently as well as with others in a team environment. Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong work ethic, reliable and punctual habits, safety consciousness, and a professional demeanor.

Ingersoll Cutting Tool Company offers a strong benefits package, including affordable and robust health, vision, and dental insurance plans, an excellent 401(k) match, wellness reimbursement policy, vacation and sick time, and opportunities for advancement. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, friendly, and inclusive culture.

To be considered, please e‑mail your résumé with a brief cover letter highlighting your unique qualifications to