Tooling Designer

ABOUT LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES

Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.

POSITION SUMMARY

The tooling designer is responsible for the development and design of jigs, fixtures, and machines that aid in the manufacture of product and/or verification of product. This individual works closely with Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering teams to develop tooling from concept through final production/testing phase.

VALUES

• Innovation
• Commitment and Passion
• Integrity
• Team and Relationships

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design jigs, fixtures, and machines that help manufacture product or verify product, for use both inside LSI and at outside vendors.
• Work with Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering to take tooling from concept through final production and testing.
• Create detail drawings used to manufacture parts both internally and externally.
• Apply lean manufacturing methods to tooling design to cut lead time and cost while improving quality.
• Design robotic weld fixtures and machine builds that support production and custom work.
• Troubleshoot fixture issues on the shop floor and adjust designs so parts flow and meet print.
• Train staff on new jigs, fixtures, and machines so the work runs safely and efficiently.
• Lend technical support to other tooling staff on the design and assembly of jigs, fixtures, and machines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or bachelor's degree in mechanical design or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience in tooling and fixture development and design.
• Experience in machine build development and design.
• Experience designing robotic weld fixtures.
• 5+ years of CAD design experience.
• Able to read and work from conceptual drawings, sketches, and layout drawings.
• Clear communication skills to understand the needs of internal customers and present information to managers.

The target hourly range is $35.00 - $43.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.

In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit-sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.

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