Sonaca North America · 3 months ago
Tool Design Engineer III
St Charles, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$103K/yr - $171K/yr
10+ years expSonaca North America is a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, committed to innovation and excellence. They are seeking a Tool Design Engineer III who will be responsible for developing conceptualized tooling solutions and creating CAD models to support tooling requirements for various projects, while also guiding major program completions and serving as a technical contact for contracts and projects.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Responsible for the design of metal forming tools, including welding, EDM, and heat treat. Additional tool types will include assembly fixtures, mechanical equipment, and some robotics
Knowledge of commercial jet engine nacelles preferred
Must be able to take a design from concept to drawing release
Evaluates requirements to develop tool concepts
Develops complex tool and equipment specifications
Develops concepts for complex tools and equipment and can present alternative concepts
Ability to manipulate data sets such as conceptual tool design models and deliverable designs
Will create and modify tool designs
Develops and implements alternative methods and interim solutions for damaged or unsafe tools and equipment to meet functional requirements
Participates in tool/equipment try-outs to ensure requirements have been satisfied
Evaluates and develops/revises preventative maintenance requirements for tools
Responds to requests for review and evaluates ability to produce proposed design with respect to forming, machining, and finishing by using in-house or supplier provided processes to support customer specifications
Assists in determining methodology for assembly of components and evaluates part-features required to support the proposed product
Investigates, develops, and verifies feasibility of tool concepts
Incorporates safety, ergonomic, and regulatory requirements in tool designs
Works well under general supervision
Directs work of others and acts as a lead
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field is preferred and a minimum of 10+ years of tooling experience in the Aerospace Industry or related field or the equivalent in training, education and experience
Requires advanced knowledge of Unigraphics NX and/or CATIA V5 CAD software as well as MS Office products
Responsible for the design of metal forming tools, including welding, EDM, and heat treat
Must be able to take a design from concept to drawing release
Evaluates requirements to develop tool concepts
Develops complex tool and equipment specifications
Develops concepts for complex tools and equipment and can present alternative concepts
Ability to manipulate data sets such as conceptual tool design models and deliverable designs
Will create and modify tool designs
Develops and implements alternative methods and interim solutions for damaged or unsafe tools and equipment to meet functional requirements
Participates in tool/equipment try-outs to ensure requirements have been satisfied
Evaluates and develops/revises preventative maintenance requirements for tools
Responds to requests for review and evaluates ability to produce proposed design with respect to forming, machining, and finishing by using in-house or supplier provided processes to support customer specifications
Assists in determining methodology for assembly of components and evaluates part-features required to support the proposed product
Investigates, develops, and verifies feasibility of tool concepts
Incorporates safety, ergonomic, and regulatory requirements in tool designs
Works well under general supervision
Directs work of others and acts as a lead
Preferred
Knowledge of commercial jet engine nacelles preferred
Benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
Competitive wages
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources
Wellness program
Tuition assistance
Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions
Company
Sonaca North America
Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anita McCoy
Human Resources Business Partner
Connie Dellacca
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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