Tooling Engineer
Company: Performance Seats, Inc
Location: Spartanburg
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Summary We are seeking an
experienced Tooling Engineer to design, develop, and maintain
aluminum tooling for glass and carbon fiber composite
manufacturing. This role plays a critical part in ensuring
precision, durability, and efficiency in tooling while driving
improvements in production processes. The ideal candidate will
bring strong expertise in composite materials, CAD design, and
manufacturing methods to support high-quality, cost-effective
tooling solutions. Key Responsibilities Design and develop aluminum
tooling for composite manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal
performance, precision, and durability. Partner with manufacturing
teams to enhance tool performance, reduce cycle times, and improve
composite part quality. Apply knowledge of aluminum alloys and
carbon fiber prepreg composites to select appropriate materials,
finishes, and treatments for tooling applications. Oversee
prototype fabrication, conduct testing, and validate designs
against production and performance requirements. Develop
maintenance schedules and repair procedures to extend tool life and
maintain consistent performance. Work closely with design
engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure
tools meet specifications and industry standards. Prepare detailed
drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to support
manufacturing and quality processes. Qualifications Bachelor's
degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a
related field. 3–5 years of experience in tooling design, with
specific focus on aluminum tools for composite manufacturing
(compression molding and resin transfer molding preferred).
Technical Skills: Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA,
AutoCAD, or equivalent). Strong understanding of composite
manufacturing processes (lay-up, curing, trimming). Familiarity
with CNC machining, EDM, and other fabrication techniques. Solid
knowledge of material properties for aluminum and composites.
Keywords: Performance Seats, Inc, Charlotte , Tooling Engineer, Engineering , Spartanburg, North Carolina
