Tool Designer

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Studies and reviews assigned projects and investigates questionable items concerning machines, tools, and equipment. Manufacturing competency sufficient to identify areas of manufacturability concern in review of tool designs and drawings
• Make recommendations on design enhancements on legacy components for improved yield, cycle time and cost
• Make design layouts involving stress analysis, metallurgical characteristics, and mechanics.
• Generate product CAD Models with Siemens NX to meet specifications.
• Recommends redesign, repair or rebuilding to overcome difficulties or meet requirements.
• Prepares bills of material, specification sheets, sketches and any other technical work necessary to complete tool designs and assignments.
• Collaborate with other designers, drafters, engineers and representatives of other departments on matters involving design, material, and construction of tools, machines and equipment.
• Make mathematical computations and calculations. Ensure accuracy and functional correctness of tools and equipment.
• Maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence concerning tool design, machine functions and miscellaneous assignments.
• Generate and track performance to schedules of 3rd party suppliers when needed.
• May assign, check and instruct work of other designers and drafters.
• May generate digital dimensional reference points to assist in equipment programming or for computer modeling input.
• May generate tool paths for template layout and/or machining.
• Seek and acquire skills training in emerging relevant technologies as required for personal development
• Achieve and strive for highest quality standards in work
• Continuously meet and occasionally exceed (where necessary) production schedules and staff expectations and needs Flexibility to address high priority items on a truncated timeline
• Achieve established work-area cleanliness standards and maintain a high-degree of organization in work area(s); follow and support 5S program efforts
• Perform work in a safe manner and adhere to safety programs, processes, and procedures set forth for the specific process and for company safety programs in general

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency with Siemens NX, Solidworks, Creo, Inventor, etc. and ability to read CAD drawings or assemblies.
  • GDTP preferred
• Knowledge of Mold Manufacturing
  • An understanding of mold manufacturing processes including CNC machining, wire EDM, and grinding.
• Familiarity with Injection Molding
  • An understanding of injection molding processes and materials is necessary to design molds that will produce high-quality products.
• Attention to detail.
  • Precision and accuracy are crucial to ensure the design meets the required specifications.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work well under stress, despite numerous interruptions in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work well with ever-changing priorities and/or situations.
• Exhibit and maintain positive, solutions-oriented attitude toward work and co-workers.
• Team-oriented attitude and focus with strong ability to collaborate with others.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the design of turbine/airfoil molds, dies, and fixtures is strongly preferred.
• Fluent with the design software Siemens NX. (redundant)
• Experience or familiar with scanning/reverse engineering software.
• Design for additive manufacturing technologies a plus
• Additive manufacturing process awareness a plus

Limitless Opportunities

Chromalloy offers challenging assignments, great teams, development and training, and exciting opportunities to enhance your skills, abilities and knowledge.

Chromalloy maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, background checks, and/or other requirements.

Chromalloy is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants and to prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Sexual harassment, or any other kind of harassment, will not be tolerated. The foundation of these policies is our commitment to treat everyone fairly and equally and to have a bias-free work environment.

Special Requirements:

This position requires US citizenship or permanent resident status since duties and tasks may include the review and/or analysis of information and technical data subject to certain restrictions regarding export, use, and disclosure including without limitation those included in the US Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR, Chapter VII, Subchapter C).