Job Description

Tooling Developer - Tillsonburg, Ontario - $65K



About the Role



Reporting to the Tooling Manager, this is an early-career engineering opportunity for individuals looking to build hands-on experience in tooling, manufacturing processes, and new product launches.



The Tooling Developer will work closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to support tooling design, process development, and production readiness. This role offers strong mentorship, exposure to the full product lifecycle, and long-term career development within engineering.



What You'll Be Learning & Working On



Supporting tooling design and manufacturability for new and existing products



Gaining hands-on exposure to molding processes and tooling technologies



Participating in tool trials, prototype builds, and production launches



Learning how tooling costs, cycle times, and quality targets are established



Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and external tool shops



Qualifications & Experience



Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field



1+ year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (co-op, internship, or full-time experience all considered)



Foundational understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, or machining concepts



Exposure to 2D/3D CAD software is an asset (training and development supported)



Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office



Strong curiosity, willingness to learn, and problem-solving mindset



Ability to work well independently and within a team environment



Clear communication skills and comfort working across departments



Key Responsibilities



Assist in reviewing product designs to support effective tool design



Work with senior engineers and designers to ensure parts are manufacturable



Support tooling quotations by helping estimate process times and assumptions



Participate in tool trials, process development, PPAP, and production start-ups



Help document molding processes to meet cycle time, quality, and performance targets



Support evaluation of design changes for tooling and process impact



Track and report process development progress, risks, and opportunities for improvement



Assist in defining tooling and equipment requirements, including tonnage, cooling, and core sequences



Contribute to standard tooling and machine specifications



Follow established engineering standards, safety requirements, and procedures



Perform other duties as assigned



Physical & Work Environment



Combination of office and production floor exposure



Moderate to occasionally loud noise levels on the shop floor



Ability to stand, bend, and lift light materials (up to 10 lbs regularly; up to 50 lbs occasionally)



Visual and manual dexterity suitable for engineering and computer-based work



To confidentially discuss this opportunity, please contact Jay McKillop with Prime Management Group Inc. at jaym@pmg.on.ca



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