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The ARM Group is looking for a “Tool & Die Engineer” for one of our clients in Charleston, SC
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Pay: $38/hr.
#Sign-on bonus
About this Role
This role is ideal for an engineer with strong expertise in tooling design, die maintenance, process improvement, and manufacturing support within a high-volume production environment.
You will work closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to optimize tooling performance, improve uptime, and support new product launches while ensuring world-class quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and improve tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges for manufacturing operations.
- Troubleshoot tooling-related issues to minimize downtime and improve production efficiency.
- Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance programs for dies and tooling.
- Analyze die failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Support die tryouts, validation, and production launches for new programs.
- Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on tool life, cycle time reduction, and scrap reduction.
- Maintain tooling documentation, engineering drawings, BOMs, and revision records.
- Work with external tool shops and vendors for tooling modifications and new tool development.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in Tool & Die Engineering within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting high-volume production operations.
- Strong knowledge of metal stamping, die casting, machining, or automotive tooling.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar.
- Experience with GD&T, tolerance stack-up, and engineering drawings.
- Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Automotive manufacturing experience.
- Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and Lean Manufacturing.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience managing tooling suppliers and tool build projects.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering change management.
What We’re Looking For
- Hands-on engineer with a passion for solving manufacturing challenges.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence.
Disclaimer:
The ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.
By applying for this job, you consent to allow representatives of ARM GROUP LLC to contact you regarding your candidacy. This may include communication via email, phone, text, or other means deemed appropriate by ARM GROUP LLC. Rest assured, your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.
It’s important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background check and drug screening.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.