Design Mechanical Tooling Engineer

Fisher Dynamics is the automotive industry’s premier supplier of safety – critical seat structures and mechanisms. Steeped in a tradition of excellence, and rooted in automotive innovation, the Fisher story is filled with automotive manufacturing milestones. We bring design, engineering, and manufacturing vehicle seating systems to a new level with innovative thinking.

We’re about cutting edge ideas. We have created an environment that encourages an uninterrupted flow of revolutionary concepts and unique ideas. Fisher Dynamics is currently seeking a Design Mechanical Tooling Engineer for our corporate AME team in Saint Clair Shores, MI. This position is responsible for creating tooling and automation solutions intended to improve safety, quality, productivity, equipment reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

The position works cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, Operations, Quality, and external suppliers, particularly during new product launches, automation initiatives, process improvements, and ongoing manufacturing optimization. Candidates MUST be local to the Metro Detroit Area. Relocation is not available.

This role does not provide immigration sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Essential Duties

& Responsibilities Tooling Design Manufacturing tooling, fixtures, nests, gauges, assembly aids, and automated work-holding systems. Robotic end-of-arm tooling for material handling, assembly, inspection, and machine-tending applications. Three-dimensional models, detailed drawings, assembly layouts, and Bills of Material using CAD software.

Tooling concepts for automated and semi-automated manufacturing processes. Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and verify that tooling satisfies product and process requirements. Automation Equipment Development Design mechanical systems for automation cells, assembly stations, and manufacturing equipment. Support the integration of robotics, conveyors, sensors, vision systems, pneumatics, and servo-driven mechanisms, while coordinating with Controls Engineers to integrate electrical and mechanical systems successfully.

Participate in equipment testing, validation, troubleshooting, and commissioning. Manufacturing Support Provides technical support and investigates tooling failures during fabrication, assembly, installation, and production launches and implement corrective actions. Lead continuous improvement efforts aimed at reducing cycle time, improving quality, increasing productivity, and strengthening tool reliability through preventive maintenance initiatives.

Project Management Manage tooling and automation projects from initial concept through implementation. Key project activities include preparing technical specifications, timelines, and cost estimates; coordinating suppliers, machine builders, and internal stakeholders; and tracking deliverables to keep execution within budget and schedule.

Safety & Quality Confirm that designs comply with OSHA, ANSI, and company safety standards. Participates in PFMEA, DFMEA, machine risk assessments, and design reviews; incorporates ergonomic and safety considerations into tooling; and supports APQP and launch activities for new manufacturing programs.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field Experience 3–5 years of experience in tooling design, machine design, automation engineering, or manufacturing engineering, including experience designing tooling and fixtures for automated manufacturing environments and supporting equipment installation and production launches.

Skills Proficiency in Solid. Works, CATIA, Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD Technical knowledge of tooling and fixture design, robotic end-of-arm tooling, pneumatic systems, servo-driven mechanisms, machine design principles, GD&T, manufacturing process, and automation equipment Knowledge of Automotive Manufacturing, preferably in Seating Experience with FANUC, ABB, KUKA & Universal Robot applications Assembly automation & material-handling systems Lean Manufacturing Strong technical understanding of Microsoft Office Six Sigma, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA Methodologies Work Environment Working environment and physical requirements of this position are those typical of an office setting and manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands Ability to lift 40lbs