Equipment & Tooling Engineer

A leading advanced manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Equipment & Tooling Engineer to support high-volume production operations. This role is focused on designing, launching, and improving manufacturing equipment and tooling within a General Assembly environment, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, throughput, and continuous improvement.

Location: Warsaw, IN

Target Salary: $110-$160K DOE

Relocation: Assistance Provided

• 6+ years of experience in automotive or other high-volume manufacturing environments
• Strong experience supporting General Assembly operations
• Hands‑on experience with equipment launches, production ramp‑ups, and commissioning
• Proven knowledge of PFMEA and Control Plans
• Experience developing workstation layouts and supporting production flow optimization
• CAD and mechanical design proficiency (AutoCAD, Solid Works, CATIA, or similar)
• Fixture and tooling design experience
• Strong root cause analysis skills and continuous improvement (CI) mindset
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate effectively in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience in greenfield, startup, or rapid-scale manufacturing environments
• Exposure to ergonomic design and operator‑focused workstation development
• Familiarity with equipment validation and capability studies
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills

• Lead the design, specification, procurement, and commissioning of assembly equipment, fixtures, and tooling
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, and workstation layouts for production processes
• Support equipment launches and production ramp‑ups, ensuring readiness and stability
• Conduct supplier reviews, runoffs, and validation activities for new equipment
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for equipment and process issues
• Collaborate on layout development and material flow improvements
• Analyze equipment performance metrics (OEE, uptime, MTTR, MTBF, cycle time) to identify improvements
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, and efficiency
• Develop technical documentation including drawings, maintenance plans, and troubleshooting guides
• Train and support operators, technicians, and engineers on equipment and tooling best practices

Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and will work to provide accommodation to those who need it.