Manufacturing Design and Tooling Specialist

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Design and Tooling Specialist at Epiroc!

United. Inspired.Performance unites us, innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.

All new thinkers are welcome.We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.

This position will be based onsite at our Milwaukie, OR facility. This job opening is not eligible for immigration/work visa sponsorship.

A Manufacturing Design and Tooling Specialist is responsible for fabricating, modifying, and maintaining precision tools, dies, fixtures, and jigs used in manufacturing processes. This role requires expertise in operating manual and CNC machinery to produce high-tolerance components that support production efficiency and product quality.

• Support production processes with the fabrication, modification, and upkeep of precision tooling—including dies, fixtures, jigs, and related components.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to improve tooling designs and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Machining problem solving that involves tooling
• Designing and producing indexable tooling
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on tooling equipment and fixtures.
• Maintain documentation for tooling modifications and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Interpret blueprints, CAD files, and technical drawings to determine tooling specifications.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines (e.g., lathes, mills, grinders) to produce tooling components.
• Prototyping on occasion
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control procedures.

The salary for this position is between $36.00 and $38.00 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications. This range reflects our commitment to fair pay based on skills, experience, and market standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or apprenticeship in machining is a plus.
• Experience working in Tool Grinding and Tool Room environments
• Previous machining experience required.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Strong understanding of machining principles, materials, and cutting tools.

• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize tooling performance.
• Experience with CNC programming and setup (preferred but not always required).

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification.

Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at

With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Recognition for your hard work includes:

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• Tuition reimbursement program
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