Job Description
Job Title: Tool & Die Design Engineer
Location: Onsite Wallingford CT
Type: Full Time Direct Hire
Salary: $80-120K DOE Plus Excellent Benefits
Type: Full Time Direct Hire
Salary: $80-120K DOE Plus Excellent Benefits
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM. Overtime may be required to support production demands and business needs.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop 2D and 3D models of progressive dies, jigs, fixtures, and other precision tooling using SolidWorks.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure designs meet specifications and are practical to manufacture.
- Provide technical support during tooling fabrication, assembly, testing, and implementation.
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
- Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes to maximize tool performance, durability, and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend design modifications to improve quality and productivity.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing process optimization.
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of progressive die design experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D/3D CAD design.
- Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and precision tolerances.
- Knowledge of tooling design, materials, machining processes, and manufacturing methods.
- Ability to work collaboratively with machinists, engineers, and production personnel.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience with 5-axis CNC machining is a plus.
Benefits include:
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Profit-sharing plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Group life insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid vacation and time off
- Retirement benefits
About Us
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national footprint across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and technology.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Wallingford,, CT |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $80,000–$120,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Website | http://www.topprospectgroup.com/ |
About Company
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.
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