Tooling Engineer - Holland Area

Tooling Engineer | Holland, MI

Salary Range: $70,000 - $109,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Holland seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Holland region seeking Tooling Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures.
• Perform root cause analysis for tooling failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production and design teams to ensure tooling meets product specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Manage the lifecycle of tooling, including procurement, maintenance, repair, and replacement.
• Develop and maintain tooling specifications, standards, and documentation.
• Evaluate and implement new tooling technologies and materials to enhance efficiency and quality.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA) for tool design and analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as stamping, injection molding, die casting, or machining.
• Proven experience in the design, development, and troubleshooting of production tooling.
• Knowledge of various tool materials, heat treatment, and surface finishing techniques.
• Ability to apply GD&T principles and perform dimensional analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with advanced CAD/CAM simulation and analysis software.
• Knowledge of automation or robotics integration with tooling.
• Project management experience related to tooling development or implementation.
• Familiarity with various material science aspects related to tool steels, carbides, or advanced composites.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Tool Engineer, Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Tool and Die Engineer, Die Engineer, Mold Engineer, Fixture Engineer, Tool Design Engineer, Process Tooling Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.