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
- Positive 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

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