Tooling engineer

Job description

Tooling engineer

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.

Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.

Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.

Did you know? We have probably already flown together!

Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.

(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)

Reference number

2026-183999

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Industrial engineering - Manufacturing tooling engineering

Job title

Tooling engineer

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Design and develop tools, fixtures, and jigs according to production process requirements.

Validate and implement new tools, ensuring their functionality and compliance with safety standards.

Propose and lead improvements in tooling and processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Perform failure analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling-related issues.

Collaborate with design, production, quality, and maintenance departments.

Document technical specifications and procedures for tool use and maintenance.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Design and develop tools, fixtures, and jigs according to production process requirements.

Validate and implement new tools, ensuring their functionality and compliance with safety standards.

Propose and lead improvements in tooling and processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Perform failure analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling-related issues.

Collaborate with design, production, quality, and maintenance departments.

Document technical specifications and procedures for tool use and maintenance.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Candidate skills & requirements

Proficiency in computer-aided design software (CAD/CAM).

Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and production methods.

Ability to interpret blueprints and technical specifications.

Understanding of tolerance analysis and component fitting.

Experience in validation, testing, and optimization of tools and fixtures.

Familiarity with quality and industrial safety standards.

Job location

Job location

North America, Mexico, Chihuahua

City (-ies)

Avenida Central y Avenida Tabalaopa 8903 Parque Industrial 31385 BC Mexico Chihuahua

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)