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Tool Designer I

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At a glance

Compensation
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Location
Williamsport, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Tool Designer I creates and maintains operational processes for parts, sub-assemblies, and engine builds, incorporating mistake-proofing techniques. The role uses CAD systems to design and check simple to intermediate jigs, fixtures, gauges, tools, and machines, and creates and maintains CNC programs for multi-axis machine tools. The designer owns processes and programs through proof-out.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Computer ProficiencyMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelBlueprint InterpretationWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Qualifications

Associate Degree or EquivalentTwo-Year Certificate or Equivalent

Full job description

Tool Designer I

Description

Position Title: TOOL DESIGNER I FLSA Status: ☒ NON-EXEMPT ☐ EXEMPT

Department:

16 Grade: T-5 Division: ☐ P&M UNIT ☒ TOP UNIT

Date: 06/22/2018 Job Code: Test Required for Placement: ☐ YES ☒ NO

JOB SCOPE:

  • Create and maintain detailed operational processes for parts, sub-assemblies, and engine build ensuring that mistake proofing techniques are incorporated into these processes.

  • Utilization of CAD systems for the design, detail, and checking of simple to intermediate level jigs, fixtures, gauges, tools, and simple machines.

  • Creation and maintenance of simple to intermediate level CNC programs for multiple axis machine tools including writing, editing, troubleshooting, and correcting tooling/programming problems.

  • Tool designer owns process and program until proven out.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform assigned work in a safety conscious manner.

  • Perform assigned work to specific quality and production standards.

  • Maintain equipment, tools, and work area in a clean professional condition.

  • Prepare or maintain all documentation necessary for the job classification.

  • Perform other duties inherently required of the job classification.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate degree or two-year certificate program in Tool Technology, Automated Manufacturing, CAM/CNC Programming or equivalent. Previous education or job experience may allow waiver of educational requirements.

  • One-year experience preferred.

  • Demonstrated proficiency with computers and various types of software including Microsoft office Word and Excel.

  • Ability to read and interpret simple to intermediate level blue prints.

  • Ability to articulate in both written and spoken communication.

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EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems: Lycoming Engines Primary Location: US-Pennsylvania-Williamsport Job Function: Manufacturing Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Standard Shift: First Shift Travel: No Job Posting: 11/04/2026 Job Number: 345909

How this job compares

Set against the 3,258 open Manufacturing jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Pennsylvania median$90–137K/yr32 salary ranges
  • Pennsylvania median$20–22/hr37 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 150 open Manufacturing jobs in Pennsylvania and 3,258 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Manufacturing postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 7 years (1,759 postings).
Education
737 of the 3,258 open Manufacturing jobs (23%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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