Tooling and Fixturing Designer

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 406287
  • PublishDate iconPublished Date: 08/06/2026
  • JobType iconJob Type: Permanent
  • domain iconIndustry: Architecture and Engineering
  • type iconHours: Full Time

A very reputable medical device client of ours is seeking a Mechanical Designer with expertise in tooling, fixturing, and workholding design to support their product design group. This is not a product design role. The primary responsibility is designing the tools, fixtures, gauges, assembly aids, and manufacturing support equipment required to produce, inspect, test, and assemble medical device components.

Job Title:  Mechanical Designer
Location:  Minneapolis, MN
Salary:  80-100k

Responsibilities

  • Design tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and workholding solutions for manufacturing and assembly processes.
  • Create 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and documentation.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to develop practical production solutions.
  • Support prototype, pilot, and production builds through custom fixture and tooling design.
  • Improve existing tooling to enhance quality, repeatability, ergonomics, and throughput.
  • Work with internal fabrication teams and external vendors to bring designs into production.
Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience designing tooling, fixtures, workholding devices, or manufacturing equipment
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks
  • Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, GD&T, and manufacturing processes
  • Experience in a regulated industry such as medical devices, aerospace, or life sciences is preferred
Work Environment
  • Full-time, on-site position.
  • Direct interaction with manufacturing, engineering, and production teams.
  • Hands-on role supporting a medical device manufacturing operation.

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