New Product Development Tool & Die Designer

$81,400 - $122,200/Yr

IDEX - Denver, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Denver, CO

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The New Product Development Tool and Die Designer is responsible for designing and creating prototype components, tools, and dies to support the development and introduction of new products. This role involves collaboration with various engineering teams and requires proficiency in CAD design, inspection, and process development.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and operate prototype tools and dies for stamping, bending, and forming sheet metal.
• Collaborate with engineering to create 3D CAD models and drawings of prototype and production parts.
• Work with third-party machine builders to verify design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Provide cost and timeline estimates and select/purchase raw materials for fabrication work.
• Machine and modify prototype components primarily from steel using various techniques and equipment.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and material inspections using metrology and precision equipment.
• Assemble, operate, and troubleshoot custom test equipment and clamp installation tools.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations, and third parties on DFM reviews and continuous improvement projects.
• Write CAM programs for CNC mills, CNC lathes, and wire EDM machines.
• Communicate with various levels of the organization necessary to projects.
• Comply with applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of DFM.
• Experience in developing a prototype die from concept to production.
• Ability to design adaptable and efficient dies for small-run production.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or other CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, with GD&T experience preferred.
• Exceptional understanding of engineering principles and mechanical properties of materials.
• Experience with metrology equipment.
• Experience with Esprit and/or CAMWorks software.
• Knowledge of progressive dies and metal forming operations.
• Experience with CMMS to document work and asset history.
• Working knowledge of various metals, lubricants, and industrial materials.
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience operating presses and other manufacturing equipment in a high volume manufacturing facility.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced CNC machine operations and troubleshooting.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
• PTO
• Performance-based bonus plan