Press Tool Design Engineer

Job Title

Press Tool Design Engineer

Experience 2 to 3 Years

Location Pune

Department Tool Design / Manufacturing Engineering

Job Summary

We are looking for a Press Tool Design Engineer with 23 years of relevant experience in sheet metal press tool design. The candidate should have hands-on experience in designing automotive press tools and be proficient in Siemens NX and CATIA. The role involves complete tool design activities from concept to manufacturing support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and development of sheet metal press tools such as:

o Blanking tools

o Piercing tools

o Progressive tools

o Forming and drawing tools

• Preparation of complete tool design layouts and detailed drawings

• Tool feasibility study based on part geometry and manufacturing requirements

• Die design activities including:

o Strip layout preparation

o Tool construction details

o Die assembly drawings

• Coordination with:

o Manufacturing and tool shop teams

o Quality and production departments

• Supporting tool manufacturing, trials, and tool modifications

• Ensuring designs comply with customer standards and internal design guidelines

• Handling design changes and implementation of engineering modifications Software Skills • Siemens NX (Mandatory) Tool design, detailing, and assemblies

• CATIA (Mandatory) Part analysis and tool design support

• Knowledge of 2D drafting standards and GD&T is preferred Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes

• Understanding of press tool components and tool steels

• Awareness of tolerances, fits, and machining processes

• Experience in automotive press tool design is preferred

Education

• Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Desired Competencies

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently on assigned tools

• Effective communication and coordination skills

• Willingness to take ownership of design deliverables

Experience Preference

• Exposure to automotive OEM or Tier-1 supplier projects is an added advantage