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Senior Design (Tool & Die) Engineer

Pursuit Aerospace
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Ohio, Cleveland
Mar 10, 2026

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality. The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

As a Senior Design (Tool & Die) Engineer, you will Analyze and develop tool and die designs for use in the manufacture of forged products (closed die - press forging) that meet all engineering and manufacturing objectives.

Location: Euclid, Ohio

Responsibilities:

  • Provide forged part and tooling designs for both airfoil and non-airfoil products. Includes designing for all forge processes required (i.e. extrusion, upset, blocker/preform, final forge).
  • Review design requirements with customer and Process Engineering to ensure all criteria is accurate and acceptable.
  • Create detailed CAD models and drawings for forged parts and tooling.
  • Evaluate die designs using DEFORM simulation software.
  • Troubleshoot forge tooling problems and participate in new tooling development trials.
  • Create CNC programs for machining forge die tooling. Work closely with tool room personnel to provide instructions and documentation.
  • When required, provide design information and instruct outside vendors in matters of design and build of forge tooling.
  • Support Tool Room, Quality Control, and Metrology with CAD modeling and dimensional layout assistance.
  • Interact with Process Engineering to provide part layouts for quoting and estimating new products.
  • Participate in Kaizen and Continuous Improvement workshops both at Cleveland and other Pursuit Aerospace sites.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned by management.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
  • At least 5 years of tool and die design experience in the metal working industry.
  • Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
  • Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficient in CAD (Siemens NX preferred).
  • Tool and Die/Mold experience preferred.
  • Design knowledge specific to the forging industry is a plus.
  • Understanding 3-D geometry related to complex surface definition.
  • Working knowledge of 3D printing
  • Experience with Polyworks and laser scanning.
  • Working knowledge of CNC programming and machining principles.
  • Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Working Conditions

  • Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.
  • Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor
  • Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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