Professional Tools Engineering (f/m/d)

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Tool Design: Develop and design tools and molds, particularly for elastomer processing, ensuring efficient and stable production processes.


• CAD Modeling: Create and modify 3D models and technical drawings (SolidWorks; Siemens NX) with high precision and technical depth.


• Manufacturing Support: Collaborate closely with production teams and provide hands‑on support through machining tasks, to prepare or implement technical solutions.


• Process Management: Oversee the technical process from initial design to the introduction of new or optimized tools; contribute to development and change projects.


• Analysis & Optimization: Evaluate existing tools, perform technical root‑cause analyses (tool life, quality, performance), and derive improvement actions.


• Documentation & Costing: Prepare technical documentation and support production, time, and cost estimations for new or modified tools.


• Continuous Improvement: Contribute constructive ideas to continuously improve tools, processes, and standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Completed technical vocational training, e.g., Toolmaker, Precision Mechanic, Industrial Mechanic, or a comparable qualification; technician‑level training is an advantage.


• Experience: 5–10 years of relevant experience in tool design or tools engineering.


• CAD Expertise: Confident use of SolidWorks or Siemens NX.


• Manufacturing Skills: Experience in machining (turning/milling), ideally with Hermle machines.


• Project Skills: Knowledge of technical project management and introduction of new tools.


• Language: Basic English skills and good German skills (spoken and written).

Competencies for Success in This Role

• Commitment: High level of dedication, ownership, and flexibility in a dynamic technical environment.


• Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess technical challenges in a structured way and develop sustainable solutions.


• Teamwork: Strong collaboration and communication skills when working with production, engineering, quality, and external partners.


• Structure & Precision: Careful and quality‑oriented working style with solid technical understanding.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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