Tool Designer Jobs in Ontario

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 & Die Maker (New Design)

  • North American Stamping Group
  • Woodstock, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodstock, ON
  • 2 days ago

and dies · Compute and verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of work pieces · File, grind, and adjust parts so that they fit together properly · Test completed tools and dies to ensure that...

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Tooling Engineer - Stamping

  • Tecumseh, ON
  • 13 days ago
  • Tecumseh, ON
  • 13 days ago

working alongside process specialists and process engineering to ensure comfort in the position, with responsibilities focused on the injection molding side which includes around 58 injection molding machines...

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Tool and Die Maker

  • Randstad
  • Markham, ON
  • 18 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 18 days ago

set up machine tools - Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining - Set up, operate and maintain a variety of conventional and computer numerically controlled...

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Test Engineering, Mechanical Tooling Designer/Engineer

  • L3Harris Technologies
  • Waterdown, ON
  • 26 days ago
  • Waterdown, ON
  • 26 days ago

Test Engineering, Mechanical Tooling Designer/Engineer Reference #37525 Waterdown, On About L3HARRIS WESCAM As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Communications & Spectrum Dominance...

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Tool and Die Maker (Red Seal) - Afternoon Shift 2:30pm to 11:00pm

  • Oetiker Group
  • New Tecumseth, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Tecumseth, ON
  • 30+ days ago

Set-up and operate machine tools such as lathe, vertical milling machine, surface grinders and cylindrical grinders to machine parts and tooling to tolerances of within.005mm and verify conformance...

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Apprentice: Tool and Die Maker Canada

  • Oetiker Group
  • New Tecumseth, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Tecumseth, ON
  • 30+ days ago

techniques stamping technology mechanical assembly technology for tooling or die making tooling or die-building technology and processes Apprenticeship Structure This is a Red Seal trade apprenticeship...

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Maintenance Technician (Tool & Die Maker)

  • Assa Abloy
  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 45+ days ago

Come see who we are at: What would you do as our Maintenance Technician (Tool & Die Maker)? Youll play a critical role in maintaining, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment....

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PDC Prototype Tool Maker

  • Flex-N-Gate
  • Bradford, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bradford, ON
  • 60+ days ago

Operate a variety of manual and CNC machines including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and EDM machines....

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Tool Maker

  • Flex-N-Gate
  • Beaverton, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Beaverton, ON
  • 90+ days ago

using hand tools Test completed tools, dies, jigs or fixtures for proper operation Operates machines such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, shapers and grinders to fabricate dies, tools, jigs...

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Tool & Die Maker

  • Johnsonelectric
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 90+ days ago

Minimum 2 years of CNC Milling/Lathe experience. Experience using/programming Heidenhain and/or MAZATROL controllers. Reliable, mature individual with strong teamwork skills....

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Salary for Tool Designer Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Tool Designer positions.



Highest Education Level

Tool Designers in Ontario offer the following education background
High School or GED
28.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.0%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.9%
Master's Degree
6.5%
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 Ontario
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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