Sr. Tool & Design Engineer/Wire EDM Programmer

Senior Tool & Die Design Engineer / Wire EDM Programmer

About EMT Metals

Founded in 1946, Engineering Manufacturing Technologies, LLC (EMT Metals) is a precision metal component manufacturer operating from a 130,000-square-foot facility in Endicott, New York. EMT provides precision stamping, CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, and assembly/fulfillment capabilities to demanding industrial markets, including aerospace and defense.

The Role

This is not a desk-only engineering position and it is not a machine-operator-only position. EMT is looking for a technically strong tooling professional who can design the tool, program and run the Wire EDM, diagnose die and dimensional issues, and help drive the tool through stable production. The role has direct influence on tooling performance, quality, throughput, and launch execution.

What You Will Own

· Progressive and transfer die design, tooling development, engineering drawings, GD&T, and bills of material.

· Wire EDM programming, setup, prove-out, operation, process optimization, and troubleshooting.

· Die build, tryout, tuning, repair, root-cause analysis, and production-readiness support.

· Precision inspection using micrometers, indicators, gage blocks, pins, and optical measurement systems.

· DFM and tooling/process improvements that reduce scrap, improve repeatability, increase throughput, and control cost.

· Cross-functional execution with Manufacturing, Quality, CNC Machining, Stamping, Maintenance, and external tooling vendors.

What We Need

· 5+ years of directly relevant tooling, die design, Wire EDM, or precision machining experience; 7+ years preferred for independent ownership of complex tools.

· Strong progressive/transfer die knowledge and hands-on die troubleshooting capability.

· Advanced Wire EDM programming and setup experience.

· Proficiency in SolidWorks, ESPRIT, or comparable CAD/CAM software.

· Expert blueprint reading, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and precision measurement skills.

· Strong manufacturing judgment, technical problem-solving ability, and ownership mentality.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical degree, toolmaker/journeyman training, or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is preferred. EMT will consider equivalent combinations of education and directly relevant experience.

Benefits

Competitive benefits may include health and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, HSA options, and incentive compensation, subject to plan terms and company policy.

Equal Opportunity / New York Applicant Notice

EMT Metals is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. EMT does not request or require wage or salary history from applicants. Compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the position and the candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and market factors. Reasonable accommodations are available as required by law.

Pay: $38.00 - $43.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person