Design Engineer

We are seeking a Design Engineer with experience in solid carbide round cutting tools to support the design, development, and production of drills, end mills, and reamers
. This role is focused entirely on all-solid-carbide tooling and works closely with CNC tool grinding operations to ensure tool designs perform reliably in production and in customer applications.

This position is ideal for an engineer with a strong background in cutting tool geometry, CNC grinding, and manufacturability
, who enjoys working hands‑on with manufacturing, quality, and applications teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and modify solid carbide cutting tools
  , including drills, end mills, and reamers
• Develop cutting geometries, flute profiles, reliefs, and tolerances to improve tool life and performance
• Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing round tool designs
• Work directly with CNC tool grinding machines
  , including Walter and Reinecker platforms
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure designs translate efficiently into production
• Troubleshoot tooling and process issues related to geometry, grinding strategy, or performance
• Analyze inspection and performance data to guide design updates and refinements
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and design revisions
• Participate in technical design reviews and cross‑functional discussions
• Provide occasional technical support for customer‑facing tooling discussions

Tools, Equipment & Software:

• CNC tool grinding equipment for solid carbide round tools
• Tool design and inspection systems such as Walter Helicheck, Zoller Pom Basic, Bruker Alicona, and Tool Studio
• CAD and drafting tools including AutoCAD or equivalent
• Precision inspection and measurement systems used in cutting tool manufacturing

Required Experience &

Qualifications:

• 7–10+ years of experience in solid carbide round tool design
• Proven experience designing drills, end mills, and reamers (solid carbide only)
• Strong understanding of cutting tool geometry, carbide materials, coatings, and grinding processes
• Experience supporting or programming production on Walter CNC tool grinding machines
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing‑focused engineering environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Clear communication skills and comfort working with shop‑floor and technical teams

Preferred Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
• Background in cutting tool manufacturing or precision machining
• Experience creating and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints
• Willingness to support light travel to collaborate with end users as needed

Why This Opportunity:

• Hands‑on role designing high‑performance solid carbide cutting tools
• Competitive compensation in the $100K–$130K range
• Opportunity to influence tool performance, quality, and manufacturability
• Stable role within a technically focused manufacturing environment