Tool Design Engineer III

LISI offers a path for engineers who want to shape manufacturing tooling. This onsite role in City of Industry, CA invites you to lead the design and development of specialized tooling systems, applying deep expertise in punch press tooling and related processes. You will coordinate tool design activities, maintain robust tooling drawing systems, and provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams to optimize tool performance, safety, and production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Tool Design & Development
  • Design and develop progressive and compound stamping dies for punch press operations
  • Create tooling solutions for cold heading and nut forming processes using stainless steel and alloy steel
  • Develop assembly and light forming tooling to support manufacturing operations
  • Design tooling for various secondary machining operations
• Technical Leadership
  • Coordinate tool design team activities and project timelines
  • Review and approve tool designs for specifications and safety standards compliance
  • Provide guidance on complex tooling challenges and design optimization
• Drawing Management & Documentation Systems
  • Establish and maintain organized tooling drawing filing systems and databases
  • Implement standardized drawing numbering and revision control
  • Ensure archival and retrieval systems for tooling documentation and historical records
  • Coordinate drawing release processes and maintain drawing accuracy and current status
  • Oversee digital file management and backup procedures for all tooling drawings
• Process Optimization
  • Analyze manufacturing processes to identify tooling improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate with production teams to optimize tool performance and efficiency
  • Implement cost reduction initiatives through improved tool design and material selection
• Project Management
  • Manage multiple tool design projects from concept through completion
  • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for tooling components and materials
  • Ensure project deliverables meet defined timelines and budgets
• Quality Assurance
  • Establish and maintain tool design standards and best practices
  • Conduct design reviews and validation testing for new tooling systems
  • Troubleshoot tooling issues and implement corrective actions
• Documentation & Communication
  • Prepare detailed tool design drawings using CAD software
  • Create and maintain tooling documentation, specifications, and procedures
  • Interface with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams on tooling requirements
  • Maintain organized drawing libraries with proper version control and accessibility
• Continuous Improvement
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging tooling technologies
  • Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives and waste reduction programs
  • Mentor and develop tool design team members

Requirements

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Tool & Die Making, or a related field
• 7 to 10 years of hands-on tool design experience focusing on punch press stamping tooling (progressive and compound dies)
• 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience in cold heading and nut forming with stainless steel and alloy steel
• 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience in assembly and light forming tooling development
• 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience in various secondary machining operations
• 7 to 10 years of hands-on experience in drawing organization and documentation management systems
• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Knowledge of metallurgy and material properties for tool steels and workpiece materials
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production requirements
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Proficiency in drawing management systems and database organization
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
• Ability to write clear technical reports and communicate effectively across the organization
• Ability to perform calculations related to tool design, material stress analysis, and geometric relationships
• Understanding of statistical process control principles
• Advanced proficiency in CAD/CAM software, Microsoft Office, manufacturing planning systems, and drawing management databases
• Evidence of US person status required under ITAR regulations
• Professional engineering certification is preferred but not required

Technologies

• SolidWorks
• AutoCAD
• CAD/CAM software
• Drawing management systems
• Database management systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Manufacturing planning systems

Ways of Working, Experience and Behaviors

• Technical Skills - Expert knowledge of punch press tooling, progressive and compound die design, cold heading processes, assembly tooling applications, and various secondary machining operations
• Organizational Skills - Strong ability to maintain organized systems for drawing management, documentation control, and file organization
• Analytical - Strong problem solving with experience in root cause analysis and design optimization
• Leadership - Ability to coordinate and motivate team members while maintaining high performance standards
• Communication - Clear verbal and written communication for technical documentation and cross functional collaboration
• Project Management - Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines

Environment, Health and Safety

• Follow and uphold the site's health, safety and environmental rules and LISI health and safety guidelines
• Immediately address or report any malfunction or risky situation to supervisors or the HSE department
• Implement preventive actions to reduce environmental impact and manage health and safety risks
• Participate in risk analyses and HSE groups as requested within scope of work
• Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and environmental impacts related to the role
• Know the site HSE policy and objectives
• Be prepared to propose improvements to working conditions and minimize environmental impact