Tooling Engineer

The QTI Group is partnering with a local manufacturer to hire an experienced Tooling Engineer. We are seeking a hands-on Tooling Engineer with deep expertise in sheet metal stamping and metal forming processes to support new product development, tooling implementation, and continuous improvement efforts in a highly quality-focused manufacturing environment. This is an opportunity to serve as a technical subject matter expert while working closely with engineering, production, quality, and operations teams.

Location: On-Site in Madison, Wisconsin

Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 depending on experience + bonus potential and excellent benefits

Responsibilities:

• Support new product launches by developing tooling concepts and helping transition designs into manufacturing.
• Review product designs and provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) recommendations to improve quality, manufacturability, and cost.
• Partner with external tooling suppliers on tool development, validation, and implementation projects.
• Lead multiple tooling projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality expectations are met.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Support material selection, tooling optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Work directly on the production floor with operators, supervisors, and engineering teams to drive successful outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; equivalent tooling and manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• 9+ years of progressive experience in tooling design, metal forming, sheet metal stamping, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Experience with deep draw tooling design, materials flow, and metal forming processes.
• Experience supporting products with Class A surface or cosmetic finish requirements.
• Proven project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency with CAD software; experience with SolidWorks and AutoForm is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and commitment to quality.