Tool Designer Level II

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Tool Designer Level II

Aluminum Precision Products

25–34 / Month

Location

Santa Ana, CA, USA

Experience

Mid

Posted

Jul 10, 2026

Apply by

August 9, 2026

Applicants

0

Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office

Job Description

Job Summary: The Tool Designer is responsible for all aspects of tooling design and production support throughout the forging facility. This position will support the entire product development at the designated manufacturing locations. Job Requirements: Responsible for Designing tools and supporting product development. Responsible for developing 3D forging models and 2D drawings for quotation Will validate designs using FEA simulation software May be required to work in other Engineering functions like Quality Engineering, Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering. Work to support customer due dates Interact on the shop floor throughout the Company to problem solve and optimize current processes and procedures. Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by the department manager. Skill Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Material Science or 5+ years relevant work experience Understand the fundamentals of GD&T Design Experience in 3D solid modeling Demonstrated ability to apply critical thought to develop, recommend and implement strategies and programs that address company and departmental objectives. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with the company executives, managers, and staff. Highly organized and plans effectively. Displays a strong ability to analyze issues and solve problems. Effectively applies rational, data driven solutions to difficult situations English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehension). This position may require access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Why work for APP? Medical, Dental, Vision – Generous company contribution, low cost to employee Life insurance – 100% company paid - covers employee, spouse and dependent children Generous Vacation Time 9 Paid Holidays Holiday Shut Down (Christmas thru New Year’s) Sick Time Annual Bonus (based on company meeting Key Results) 401k (Company matches up to 4%) ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% Company Paid) Tuition reimbursement Compensation: $25.57 - $34.09 an hour. This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design tools and support product development
  • Develop 3D forging models and 2D drawings for quotation
  • Validate designs using FEA simulation software
  • Support customer due dates
  • Interact on the shop floor to problem solve and optimize processes
  • Perform other duties as instructed by the department manager

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Material Science

Skills Required

3D solid modelingGD&TFEA simulation softwareCritical thoughtProblem solvingCommunicationOrganizationData driven decision making

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Generous Vacation Time
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Holiday Shut Down
  • Sick Time
  • Annual Bonus
  • 401k with company match
  • ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

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