Tooling Equipment Engineer

Job Description

As the Tooling & Equipment Engineer you will support assembly operations, plant technical team, and product development projects with mechanical design solutions and assembly expertise by performing the following duties:

• Provide assembly fixture and machine design, including manual, powered, semi-automated and automated solutions, from concept to production release supporting operations, plant projects and new product development.
• Adhere to standard practices for CAD model development and data management practices.
• Support new product development projects by providing design for assembly feedback, including guidance on critical dimensions, tolerances, and assembly stack-up.
• Collaborate with plant engineering and maintenance teams, providing troubleshooting and equipment or process improvement support.
• Meet deadlines for deliverables as provided by project teams.
• Plan and advise maintenance personnel in machining, fabrication, and assembly of equipment, tooling, and fixturing.
• Source and coordinate purchasing process for machine components from outside vendors.
• Develop methods and devices for in-process testing and validation of product assemblies.
• Assist and coordinate installation and validation of fixtures or devices to ensure proper operation and conformance with specifications.
• Develop business cases and capital requests for the purchase of replacement machines and tooling.
• Hands‑on fabrication, light machining and installation of fixtures and equipment as required.

• Engineering degree from accredited four‑year college or university. BSME preferred.
• Preferred at least two (2) years of experience in work‑holding fixture design, machine design, new product introductions, process improvements, error proofing, and process control in a high‑volume assembly/cellular manufacturing environment.
• Detailed problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $80,000 USD - $90,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time‑off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry‑leading brands and innovation within the high‑growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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