Engineer - Mechanical

This individual should bring:

• 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.

Core Qualifications

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

• Turning


• Milling


• Drilling


• Grooving and Threading

Ability to interpret and evaluate:

• Part prints


• GD&T


• Material specifications


• Machine capabilities and process requirements

Understanding of key machining and cost drivers, including:

• Speeds and feeds.


• Tool life


• Cycle time


• Cost per part


• Insert grade and geometry selection.

Ideal Background

• 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering


• Experience designing indexable cutting tools (boring bars, inserts, form tools, or similar)


• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD


• Understanding of metal cutting processes and machining applications


• Strong organizational, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills