Senior Tooling Designer

Woodward, Inc.•Niles, IL

3d•$93,000 - $149,000

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.

Requirements

Mechanical Design: Expertise in developing detailed mechanical systems and components using advanced CAD software.
Complex Problem Solving: Ability to address and resolve intricate design challenges through innovative solutions.
Project Leadership: Skilled in leading design projects, managing timelines, and coordinating resources effectively.
Technical Documentation: Proficient in creating comprehensive technical drawings and documentation for manufacturing.
Design Optimization: Competent in optimizing mechanical designs for performance, cost efficiency, and manufacturability.
Cross Disciplinary Collaboration: Ability to collaborate seamlessly with engineering, manufacturing, and other related teams.
Industry Standards Knowledge: In depth understanding of mechanical design standards and best practices within the industry.
Mentoring: Skilled in guiding and supporting less experienced team members through knowledge sharing and assistance.
Analytical Thinking: Strong capability to analyze data and information from multiple sources to inform design decisions.
Effective Communication: Proficient in conveying complex technical information clearly and building consensus among stakeholders
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Nice To Haves

Experience using AutoCad, Inventor, and/or CREO Parametric CAD software preferred.
3 years previous tool design or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design Development: Creates detailed mechanical designs and specifications using advanced CAD software to meet project requirements and industry standards.
Project Coordination: Leads small scale design projects, coordinating with cross functional teams to ensure timely and within budget completion.
Problem Resolution: Identifies and resolves complex mechanical design challenges by applying innovative solutions and technical expertise.
Technical Mentorship: Provides guidance and support to junior designers, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
Quality Assurance: Conducts thorough reviews and testing of mechanical designs to ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices.
Submit requests for quote to outside tool shops.
Work closely with internal tool shop machinists to fabricate tooling and fixtures.
Work with industrial engineering team to develop new tooling and fixtures.
Update existing AutoCad drawings when errors are discovered on tooling documentation.

Benefits

401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave