Tooling-Machining Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026. grede scores B on the Alion truth index.
Position: Tooling-Machining Engineer
Location: Biscoe, NC
Are you ready to accelerate your career with a best-in-class organization that values innovation, dedication, and growth? Our employees at Grede are the key to our success and share our passion for teamwork, customer service, and operational excellence. If you want to join an industry-leading company that focuses on your professional growth and development, we’d love to hear from you!
The Tooling Engineer will be responsible for developing tooling from order to delivery, working with the Tooling - Engineering Manager, Quality, and Operations team. Delivery of successful tooling to achieve high first-pass yield.
Responsibilities:
Design, simulate, sample, and maintain foundry tooling (patterns, core boxes, and fixtures/gages) to meet all customer requirements utilizing customer-supplied part geometry and specifications.
Knowledge of foundry processes, including green sand molding and a basic understanding of ductile iron metallurgy.
Advanced knowledge of GD&T
Understanding and basic use of CAD
Work with outside tooling vendors, including quoting, project management, and inspection of received tooling
Design and create drawings for CNC machine fixtures for various machining cells
Reading and understanding customer blueprints
Assist with CMM fixturing for inspection
Ability to generate CMM inspection programs (Calypso & PCDMIS)
Assist with the layout/measurement of tooling and parts using CMM and 3D scanner
Develop in-process gauging for production
Understand and conduct GR&R
Willing to work “hands-on” when needed to assist foundry sampling programs
Other duties as assigned by Management
Required Skills/Abilities:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
SolidWorks or similar CAD experience required
Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
Able to work flexible hours as needed
Ability to work in extreme heat
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
Foundry Experience a Plus
Working knowledge of APQP and PPAP for automotive desired
Minimum 2 years of experience with CNC machining or related field.
Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.
As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full-time employment can be a powerful step toward long-term success.
To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.