Tool Designer Jobs in Glastonbury, CT

A Tool Designer in the manufacturing industry is responsible for creating and developing specialized tools and equipment used in the production process. Their duties often involve designing, testing, and refining products, and they may also be involved in troubleshooting equipment issues or developing new methods for improving manufacturing processes. The role requires strong technical skills, including proficiency in CAD software and a firm understanding of production processes and principles.

Important skills for a tool designer include analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software is often necessary. A degree in engineering, industrial design, or a related field is usually required. Certifications such as Certified Manufacturing Technologist (CMfgT) or Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Tool Designer, an individual might work as a Draftsman, Machinist, or Mechanical Engineer.

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Tool Maker

  • New Britain, CT (12 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (12 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Program CNC mills and lathes, setting reference points, tool registers, offsets, and knowledge of Mastercam a plus. Set up machines by installing chucks, tools, align and indicate vices and heads....

Tool Designer 3

  • Cheshire, CT (22 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (22 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 14 days ago

We are always seeking to hire talented, hard-working, and committed individuals for roles in Operations (CNC Machining, Tool Making, and Fabrication/Assembly), Engineering, Quality and other Support...

Tool Maker Lead

  • Middletown, CT (11 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, CT (11 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Understanding the structure, properties and characteristics of common materials used for the manufacture and repair of tooling, mold, dies, jigs and fixtures....

Progressive Tool Maker

  • New Britain, CT (12 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Britain, CT (12 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Proficient in the operation of manual equipment, such as lathes, millers and surface grinders....

Eyelet Tool Maker

  • Wolcott, CT (23 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wolcott, CT (23 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

operations to construct, fit and assemble highly complicated eyelet tools, dies and gaugesRepair and replace production tooling when neededWork from print to perform a sequence of toolroom machine...

Toolmaker 3

  • Cheshire, CT (22 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (22 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Sets up and operates machine tools, such as lathes, milling machine, and grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications....

New Product Intro Durable Tooling Designer (Onsite)

  • East Hartford, CT (6 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • East Hartford, CT (6 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

What You Will You Do: The New Product Introduction (NPI) Durable Tooling Designer supports the design and manufacturing of NPI durable tooling in their assigned area(s)....

New Product Intro Durable Tooling Designer (Onsite)

  • Hartford, CT (8 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT (8 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

What You Will You Do: The New Product Introduction (NPI) Durable Tooling Designer supports the design and manufacturing of NPI durable tooling in their assigned area(s)....

Tool & Die Maker

  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 90+ days ago

Operate and maintain machines including lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes....

1st Shift Toolmaker Level 1

  • Durham, CT (17 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Durham, CT (17 miles from Glastonbury, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

State of Connecticut Tool and Die Journeyman certificate preferred...

Demographic Data for Glastonbury, CT

Moving to Glastonbury, CT? Find some basic demographic data about Glastonbury, CT below.


Local
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29,658
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Salary for Tool Designer Jobs in Glastonbury, CT

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Highest Education Level

Tool Designers in Glastonbury, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.2%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Master's Degree
6.2%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tool Designers in Glastonbury, CT
Less than 1 year
26.3%
4-6 years
25.0%
1-2 years
15.2%
10+ years
12.4%
6-8 years
9.5%
None
6.7%
2-4 years
4.8%



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