HOB Industries Inc.

Design and develop progressive stamping tools, collaborate with manufacturing, lead projects, and improve tooling processes. | Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with SolidWorks and GD&T experience, plus 3-4+ years in tool & die design or equivalent tooling experience. | Tool & Die Designer / Mechanical Engineer – Career Growth Opportunity Location: Cheshire, CT At HOB Industries, precision, innovation, and hard work are the foundation of our success. We are a fourth-generation manufacturing company producing billions of critical metal components every year. We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer / Tool & Die Designer who is ready to work hard, be rewarded well, and grow with us. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing. You won’t be designing in isolation. You will see your work built, tested, run in the press, and improved over time. This is a long-term growth role, not a drafting seat. The right person will design progressive stamping tools, collaborate closely with manufacturing, and steadily take on more responsibility as capability is proven. What You’ll Do • Design & Develop: Create high-precision punches, dies, and progressive stamping tools using SolidWorks. • Optimize & Improve: Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs are cost-effective, manufacturable, and efficient. • Lead Projects: Manage multiple tooling projects, hitting deadlines without sacrificing quality. • Problem-Solve: Apply engineering principles and creativity to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance quality. • Stay Ahead: Keep current with industry trends, tooling standards, and design best practices. What We Offer • Competitive Pay: Salary based on experience, with clear performance-based growth. • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, life insurance, long-term disability, and 401K. • Career Growth: Opportunities to lead projects, mentor others, and step into advanced roles. Growth tied to performance and capability, not politics • Strong Culture: A team that values integrity, precision, and efficiency. • High-impact work: Your designs go straight into production • Clear career runway: Opportunity to lead projects and grow technically • Stable, established company with modern standards What We’re Looking For • Strong SolidWorks experience (advanced modeling, assemblies, drawings) • Working knowledge of GD&T • Experience in tool & die design for metal stamping (progressive tooling preferred) • Comfortable in a manufacturing environment • Detail-oriented, organized, and accountable Education & Experience One of the following: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering • Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant tooling experience • 3–4+ years of direct, applicable tooling design experience We value capability and judgment over pedigree. This Role Is Not For • Someone who only wants drafting tasks with no ownership • Someone uncomfortable working around manufacturing • Someone who needs constant direction If you’re ready to take on challenging design projects, be rewarded for hard work, and build a career where your skills matter — apply today and grow with HOB Industries. Apply today and send a brief message introducing yourself, your relevant experience, and what interests you about this role. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan Experience: • SolidWorks: 1 year (Required) • GD&T: 1 year (Required) • Manufacturing: 1 year (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Cheshire, CT 06410: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person