Capital Project & Tooling Engineer

OVERVIEW: The Capital Project & Tooling Engineer leads the strategic procurement, technical specification, and end-to-end installation of new manufacturing equipment, large-scale tooling systems, and high-cost capital improvement projects. This full-time role is based in Mansfield, Ohio, working closely with, and reporting to, the Director of Operations. 

IDEAL ELECTRIC CONFORMANCE STATEMENT 

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following: 

• Represent the company with respect by conducting business in a professional and ethical manner  

• Interact professionally and respectfully with customers, suppliers, and other employees   

• Complete assigned work in compliance with policies and procedures, and within deadlines, with or without direct supervision; when required, record and maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed    

• Apply job knowledge and safety and quality training in all aspects of work 

• Closely adhere to safety and security standards and procedures 

• Work effectively as a team contributor and, work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations 

• Provide world-class customer service and customer-facing skills 

• "This position requires access to, or development of, technology or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.62) or be able to obtain the appropriate U.S. government authorization (export license) to access such technology or technical data. U.S. Person status is required for this position." 

"U.S. Person definition: A U.S. Person includes a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident alien (Green Card holder), a refugee, or a person granted asylum” 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Lead end-to-end tooling procurement cycles, specialized work holding systems, gauges, and jigs   sourcing. 
• Drive sourcing strategies, technical specifications, and ROI justifications for high-cost capital equipment purchases. 
• Direct field installation sequences, external rigging crews, foundation contractors, and utility modifications for heavy machinery. 
• Coordinate complex vendor evaluation matrices, contract performance guarantees, and factory acceptance testing protocols. 
• Scope facility modernization projects, building infrastructure upgrades, and civil foundation preparation phases. 
• Track baseline asset reliability, analyze initial failure data, and establish preventive maintenance paths with suppliers. 
• Maintain asset records, engineering tooling documentation, and structural revision controls. 
• Deliver technical operational training and establish spare parts inventories for newly installed equipment. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering. 
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, tooling procurement, and high-cost capital projects. 
• Proven track record managing industrial machinery installations, third-party riggers, and civil contractors. 
• Extensive experience drafting technical RFPs and negotiating commercial equipment vendor purchase agreements. 
• Technical literacy with proficiency in CAD software, Microsoft Office 365, project management, and ERP/CMMS systems. 
• Capital project experience within heavy rotating equipment, electric motors, generators, or stamping die environments preferred. 
• Analytical thinking, project management, and Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) capability. 
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) is a plus. 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK HOURS 

• Daily minimum of 8 hours. Weekly 40 hour minimum. 
• This position operates in both a professional office environment and a heavy industrial manufacturing plant floor. 
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays, and nights during equipment installation phases. 
• Travel may be required (likely 25%) for vendor reviews and factory testing. Must be able to travel throughout the United States and abroad. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport and US-issued driver’s license. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee: 

• is regularly required to talk, hear, read, and write/type 
• is frequently required to stand, sit, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch 
• is occasionally required to sit, climb, and/or balance 
• must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unrestricted 
• must be able to exhibit specific vision abilities required by this job which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus 

 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

** ADDITIONAL JOB-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS 

Occasional travel may be necessary in this position.  In such cases, the employee may be required to: 

• obtain and maintain a valid passport and US-issued driver's license 

• maintain a driving record that is acceptable for coverage under the company's insurance plan 

DISCLOSURES 

Ideal Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.  Ideal Electric is a drug-free workplace.  This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Management reserves the right to assign, reassign, or change duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice.