• Sloan has an opening for a Tool Designer based in our Franklin Park, IL headquarters. In this role you will be responsible for designing and modifying manufacturing tooling used to support production operations, including fixtures, work holding, cutting tools, gages, and related equipment. This role translates manufacturing and design intent into robust, safe, and manufacturable tooling solutions that support efficient, repeatable production processes.

  
  

  What you will do:

  • Own assigned tool design requests from receipt through final release, managing scope, priorities, and follow‑up to drive timely completion.
  • Collaborate with requestors and cross‑functional teams to fully understand design intent, application requirements, equipment interfaces, and process constraints.
  • Review production equipment, manufacturing processes, and existing tooling to ensure designs account for functional, safety, ergonomic, and operational considerations.
  • Develop 3D CAD models for fixtures, cutting tools, work holding, gages, and other manufacturing aids.
  • Review design concepts with stakeholders, revise as needed, and obtain approval prior to release.
  • Produce complete, accurate, and error‑free engineering drawings and bills of material that conform to company standards, industry standards, and best drafting practices.
  • Prepare tool layouts identifying tooling, cutting sequences, and station‑by‑station operations for production equipment.
  • Support fabrication, build, and implementation by coordinating with tool room personnel, vendors, and internal teams to clarify design intent and resolve issues.
  • Perform peer reviews of other tool designers’ work to ensure quality, accuracy, and standards compliance.
  • Apply lessons learned and continuous improvement practices to enhance tooling design quality, efficiency, and reliability
  
  

  What you will need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering
  • 5+ Years Tool Designer Experience
  • Ability to quickly understand equipment, processes, and design intent to prevent errors and rework.
  • Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD software, specifically Creo and/or SolidWorks
  • Demonstrated track record of producing accurate, error‑free drawings suitable for fabrication and production use.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to work directly with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and shop personnel.
  • Proven ability to independently develop tooling solutions from concept to release with minimal direction.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining and/or assembly operations.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple design requests simultaneously and follow through to completion.
  • Strong proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D engineering drawings, including GD&T and standard drafting practices.

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