Tool Design Engineer

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In 2022, Meritor, Inc. was acquired by Cummins Inc., combining the capabilities, talent and resources of our two companies. Now a business unit within Cummins' Components segment called Cummins-Meritor, we provide a range of industry-leading components, including axles, brakes, suspensions, drivelines and aftermarket parts, for the commercial vehicle and industrial markets. It's an exciting time to be part of Cummins-Meritor, and we're looking for team members to help us bring big ideas to life. Apply today to create new possibilities.

Job Flexibility

• Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.

Overview

This position supports or directly impacts the overall performance metrics for the plant. The Tool Design Engineer assists the entire facility with current design techniques that support manufacturing practices, processes, procedures, facilities, tools and equipment for production to achieve safety, quality, productivity, environmental and financial objectives. This position supports the use of lean manufacturing principles to minimize inventory, maximize throughput, and optimize facility utilization.

Job Responsibilities

• Design new or improve existing machines, fixtures, tooling, structures and gaging to support production improvements.
• Ability to design complex assemblies and create detailed dimensioned drawings in a 3D CAD solid modeling program.
• Serves as primary liaison with cross-function Product Development Teams providing Design for Manufacturing (DFM) input for new products, and acting as the primary interface and transition of new product to a full production environment.
• Design and implement efficient processes using lean manufacturing principles, to enable single piece flow in a pull system philosophy for existing products or new product launches as appropriate.
• Conduct assessments of existing or proposed manufacturing processes to provide focused improvement opportunities to increase production efficiencies, eliminate waste, reduce inventory, reduce lead times, increase quality and improve safety and ergonomics.

Job Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Utilize value stream mapping to identify and eliminate waste as well as evaluate potential changes in workflow to maximize production efficiencies.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement 5S improvements, standard work, set-up reduction, and problem solving/rapid change Kaizen activities.
• Justify and purchase capital equipment/tooling to improve or implement manufacturing processes.
• Establish and document production standards and controls, conduct initial time studies and establish labor standards for all products as necessary.
• Generate work instructions, process control procedures and operating procedures utilizing visual factory methods in the creation of the work environment.
• Establish appropriate methods, tools, equipment, etc. required to produce products in keeping with established QS9000/TS16949 operating standards.
• Complete PFMEA analysis in a cross functional environment.
• Provide input to Bills of Material and routing as necessary to maintain inventory control, financial controls and customer quality standards in the process.
• Establish initial calibration schedules for implemented measuring and test equipment.
• Establish/maintain facility layout that is consistent with kanban, efficient material flow and pull system techniques.
• Establish procedures for proper handling, use and disposal of any hazardous materials that are implemented/added to the plant.
• Provide and/or implement continuous improvement ideas and direction for manufacturing and production.
• Knowledge of or desire to be involved with Six Sigma methodologies and ability to be trained at the green belt level minimum.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering is required, advanced degree is a plus.
• 5 years of experience in heavy manufacturing production environment to include product launch experience.
• Previous experience with lean manufacturing methods and Toyota Production System based manufacturing.
• Expert user of appropriate office and manufacturing related technologies, CAD experience a must

Bonus Potential This position is eligible for Cummins-Meritor's Incentive Compensation Plan, which offers payouts based on company performance. Benefits Cummins-Meritor provides a comprehensive total rewards benefit program. Options include medical, dental, vision, Health savings account, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, employee assistance program, vehicle discounts and more. Diversity Statement At Cummins-Meritor, all are welcome. Our focus is on creating a people-focused culture that enables each one of us to perform at our best. Celebrating the uniqueness of our individual team members helps us build diverse teams where we all can thrive. At Cummins-Meritor, we run together. You belong here. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Cummins-Meritor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Meritor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Get job alerts by email. Sign up now! Join Our Talent Network!

Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Street Address

1000 Rockwell Drive

Location

Fletcher, NC (Onsite)

Job Type

Engineering, Design

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

10/28/2025