Tools and Process Specialist

TOOLS & PROCESS SPECIALIST / CLERK

Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE

Support the design, sourcing, commissioning, approval and continuous improvement of production tools, machines, test and measuring equipment, ensuring robust manufacturing processes, technical compliance and cost-effective solutions throughout the product and equipment lifecycle.

Languages: German (fluent), Hungarian (native), English (good)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, modify and technically specify production equipment, tooling, inspection/measuring devices, assembly processes and functional test solutions.
• Plan and support procurement, commissioning and technical acceptance of machines, tools and test benches; technically evaluate supplier concepts and externally designed equipment.
• Prepare and maintain mechanical design documentation, including assembly and part drawings, BOMs, tool drawings, CAD data, FMEAs and related technical documentation.
• Develop manufacturing and tooling concepts, technical RFQs, material requirements and cost calculations; assess feasibility, production suitability and economic viability.
• Support P-FMEA, APQP/PPAP, production trials, experiments, data collection, process approvals and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) activities.
• Define, validate and optimize assembly, testing, bonding and other manufacturing processes; provide troubleshooting and technical support during series production.
• Ensure machinery/equipment compliance with applicable CE requirements, standards, regulations, technical guidelines and internal design standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of equipment and processes with focus on quality, availability, reliability, maintainability, durability and cost effectiveness.
• Create or optimize machine/CAD-CAM programs and engineering simulations as required, including laser, milling, forming and finite-element applications where relevant.
• Plan and coordinate tooling/manufacturing engineering projects; support suppliers, audits, employee training and cross-site/global technical activities, including travel when required.

PROFILE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical education or practical experience in mechanical, manufacturing, tooling, automation or a related engineering/technical field.
• Good understanding of manufacturing equipment, tooling, drawings, CAD data, BOMs, FMEA and production processes; ability to translate shop-floor needs into practical technical solutions.
• Experience with CAD/CAM, machine programming, forming/FE simulation or comparable engineering tools is an advantage.
• Structured, hands-on and solution-oriented working style with good coordination, supplier communication and problem-solving skills.

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