Process Engineer (Tooling) at Worthington Industries Inc in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Summary/Objective
As a Tooling Engineer specializing in progressive tooling at Tempel

you will play a critical role in optimizing tooling processes and equipment to enhance manufacturing efficiency

quality

and reliability. Reporting directly to the Plant Engineering Manager

you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative solutions that meet customer requirements and drive operational excellence in the tooling department.
Essential Functions

• Collaborate with design

  engineering

  
  

  and manufacturing teams to develop and optimize tooling processes and equipment to produce electrical steel laminations

  
  

  ensuring precision

  
  

  accuracy

  
  

  and repeatability.

  
  
• Assist in the design

  development

  
  

  and validation of tooling fixtures

  
  

  dies

  
  

  and molds

  
  

  utilizing CAD software and simulation tools to optimize geometry

  
  

  material selection

  
  

  and manufacturing processes.

  
  
• Conduct process validation and optimization activities

  including tooling trials

  
  

  capability studies

  
  

  and root cause analysis

  
  

  to identify opportunities for improvement and enhance process robustness.

  
  
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to production teams

  assisting in the resolution of tooling-related issues

  
  

  equipment malfunctions

  
  

  and process deviations.

  
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis

  process monitoring

  
  

  and technology adoption to increase efficiency

  
  

  reduce costs

  
  

  and improve overall productivity in the tooling department.

  
  

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

  Manufacturing Engineering

  
  

  or related field.

  
  
• 5-8 years of experience in process engineering

  tooling engineering

  
  

  or a related field

  
  

  preferably in a manufacturing environment.

  
  
• Solid understanding of tooling design principles

  manufacturing processes

  
  

  and equipment operation

  
  

  with experience in CAD software and simulation tools.

  
  
• Knowledge of metal forming processes

  including stamping

  
  

  punching

  
  

  and die casting

  
  

  is advantageous.

  
  

• Demonstrates proficiency in both verbal and written communication.
• Possesses excellent analytical skills

  with a keen eye for detail and a logical approach to problem-solving.

  
  
• Exhibits a clear understanding of operational policies and procedures

  consistently complying with and applying them appropriately to ensure compliance and quality standards.

  
  
• Proactively keeps abreast of new work methods

  skills

  
  

  and technologies relevant to the role

  
  

  effectively integrating them into work processes to drive innovation and improvement.

  
  
• Plans

  prioritizes

  
  

  and organizes work activities efficiently to maximize productivity and deliver measurable results within established timelines.

  
  

• Must be able and comfortable to work in a heavy-industrial environment
• Must be able to work from heights
• Must be able to work standing up 80% of the time
• Must be able to walk to work locations 100% of the time
• Must be able to frequently bend

  stoop

  
  

  kneel and reach below/above shoulders to access equipment for repair

  
  
• Must be able to lift tools

  parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted

  
  

About Us

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in

but your previous experience doesn't exactly align

we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel's expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing

electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America

Worthington Steel and its 4,600 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers' visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing

pickling

configured blanking

specialty cold reduction

lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus

Ohio

Worthington operates 32 facilities in seven states and six countries. Following a people-first Philosophy

commitment to sustainability and proven business system

Worthington Steel's purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers

creating opportunities for employees

and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel Inc.

and its subsidiaries

is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race

color

religion

age

national origin

sex

disability or veteran's status.