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Tooling Engineer

Job Overview

The Inspection Tooling Engineer is responsible for designing, validating, and supporting the measurement tools and methods used to ensure product quality throughout the manufacturing process. This role bridges product design, manufacturing, quality engineering, and supplier quality teams to create accurate, reliable, and ergonomic inspection solutions. You will translate engineering requirements into practical tools, support metrology validation, document specifications, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality system standards.

Job Duties

+ Design simple to moderately complex inspection tools, gauges, and fixtures for in‑process, final, and incoming inspection.

+ Translate drawings, tolerances, and GD&T requirements into effective inspection methods.

+ Ensure tools are accurate, repeatable, ergonomic, and suitable for routine manufacturing use.

+ Interpret and apply GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5.

+ Support design‑for‑inspectability efforts with Product Design Engineering.

+ Ensure inspection methods align with datums, feature control frames, and tolerance intent.

+ Support Gage R&R and MSA activities for inspection tool qualification.

+ Confirm tools meet required accuracy and repeatability based on product risk.

+ Assist with measurement investigations and out‑of‑tolerance evaluations.

+ Partner with Quality Engineering to ensure tools are fit‑for‑purpose.

+ Create and release engineering drawings and specifications for inspection tools and fixtures.

+ Define critical dimensions, tolerances, materials, and surface finishes.

+ Maintain documentation following internal document control and change‑management procedures.

+ Apply knowledge of materials, wear, durability, elastic deformation, and thermal effects in tool design.

+ Select appropriate materials based on accuracy, environment, and usage conditions.

+ Collaborate with Product Design Engineering to clarify measurement requirements and critical features.

+ Support Manufacturing and Quality Engineering during process validation and product release.

+ Assist Supplier Quality and Incoming Inspection by developing necessary tools and inspection methods.

+ Ensure all inspection tools and processes comply with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820.

+ Follow internal design control, validation, and tooling management procedures.

+ Support internal and external audits related to inspection and measurement systems.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.

+ At least 3 years of experience designing tooling within a regulated environment.

+ Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5).

+ Experience supporting Gage R&R or MSA activities.

+ Ability to create clear engineering drawings for tools or fixtures.

+ Familiarity with medical device manufacturing and inspection practices.

+ Proficiency in SolidWorks

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Miami, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Miami,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.