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Urgent! Tooling Project Engineer Job Opening In MilwaUKee – Now Hiring Rockwell Automation

Tooling Project Engineer



Job description

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile.

With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special.

Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work.

And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As a Tooling Project Engineer, reporting to the Team Lead, NA Fabrication Services, you will play a pivotal role in driving New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and supporting existing production tooling initiatives.

You'll lead cross-functional project teams through the end-to-end management of new and replacement injection mold tooling, aligning with strategic objectives across Business Units and Operations.

You'll manage complex, intercompany projects, often handling multiple parallel efforts, and work collaboratively to solve challenges and deliver measurable results.

Your focus will span project scheduling, budget control, product and process quality, and efficient manufacturing integration.

You'll define clear technical goals and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.

This is a hybrid role based in Milwaukee, WI or Ladysmith, WI.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage NPI tooling projects including assessment, planning, and replacement of plastic injection molds through production qualification.
  • Develop accurate cost estimates for parts and mold tooling, identify design alternatives, analyze trade-offs, and drive decisions across multiple concurrent replacement projects.
  • Evaluate mold repair requests, determining feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and timelines to ensure alignment with operational goals.
  • Collaborate in commodity-level meetings with Strategic Sourcing, Quality, and Production teams to improve tooling spend and strengthen supplier partnerships.
  • Benchmark and technically assess external suppliers and production facilities using expertise in tooling design and processing.
  • Partner with internal engineers and external suppliers to resolve part design and manufacturability challenges using advanced plastic processing and design knowledge.
  • Maintain up-to-date technical proficiency in plastics to engage with experts, research emerging technologies, and integrate new solutions into future design strategies.
  • Manage project scope, budgets, and specifications, while coordinating with stakeholders and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Resolve complex process issues, implement global best practices, and lead efforts to reduce variation across tooling and manufacturing processes.
  • Asset management to include planning, budgeting, schedules and suppliers through implementation and product life.
  • The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
  • The ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
  • The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • 8+ years of relevant experience
  • 3+ years of project management experience with global or regional scope
  • PMP certification
  • Lean Six Sigma certification
  • Knowledge of plastic processing, injection mold tooling, and equipment procurement
  • Experience with CAD software applications; Pro/ENGINEER & MS Project
  • Experience with an Enterprise Product Data Management (EPDM) systems, preferably SAP
  • What We Offer:

  • Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Time off
  • Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at .
  • This position is part of a job family.

    Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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    Required Skill Profession

    Engineers



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