Principal Manufacturing Tooling Engineer

Location: Hopkins

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Principal Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, you will oversee the development and analysis of complex technical products and systems. Communicate with internal customers to understand their needs and help the customer understand their problems, explain methodology, and identify improvements.

You will report to the Manager of Tooling and be located at Columbia, SC. You will support this role 100% onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead the design and development of advanced tooling, fixtures, die, and jigs.
• Establish tooling standards, best practices, and engineering methodologies.
• Provide subject matter expertise in tooling design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Review and approve complex tooling designs and engineering changes.

Tooling Design & Development

• Develop tooling concepts to support new product introduction.
• Improve tooling for manufacturability, durability, and cost efficiency.
• Manage CAD modeling, simulation, and validation processes.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and qualification of tooling solutions.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Support causal analysis for tooling-related failures and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Improve tool life, maintenance strategies, and cycle times.

Project & Program Management

• Lead tooling projects from concept to production launch.
• Collaborate with product engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Be a technical lead for complex projects.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Evaluate and select tooling suppliers and vendors.
• Work with external partners on tooling fabrication and validation.
• Ensure supplier quality, cost, and delivery schedules.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 5 + years of experience
• Experience using Solid Works and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and DFM/DFA principles
• Experience with manufacturing processes

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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