Tool Design Engineer

Job · Full-timeIn OfficeCoimbatore, Tamil Nadu0–2 years38K/mo3 openingsImmediate / as per notice period

About this role

Applications are open for the Tool Design Engineer position at ZF in Coimbatore. You will join a working tool and die engineering team, own a defined scope from day one, and see your work reach the shop floor or the vehicle. About the role The Tool Design Engineer at ZF is where a specification…

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Skills you'll use

Press Tool DesignDie DesignFixture DesignAutoCADSolidWorksStrip LayoutTool MaterialsTonnage CalculationTool TrialsDesign for Manufacturing

What you'll do

Design press tools, dies and fixtures for new and running parts
Prepare detailed tool drawings and BOMs for the tool room
Support tool trials and close the corrections they reveal
Improve tool life and reduce downtime on existing tooling
Maintain tool design standards and records
Maintain accurate technical records and traceability for your work
Follow plant safety, quality and environmental standards at all times
Escalate issues early and close them with verified corrective action

Who can apply

B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical, Automobile or Production Engineering from a recognised university
0–2 years of experience in an engineering, plant or quality function — freshers and 2026 graduates are welcome
Working knowledge of Press Tool Design, Die Design, Fixture Design
Comfort with AutoCAD, SolidWorks and forming simulation, and with reading and working to a drawing or specification
Ability to read an engineering drawing, follow a standard, and explain a technical result clearly to production or the customer
Attention to detail, ownership and the discipline to document your work
Based in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu or willing to relocate

Perks & benefits

Clear appraisal cycle and internal mobilityEmployee wellness and annual health check-upCompetitive salary as per market benchmarksAnnual performance bonus / variable payHealth insurance for you and your dependantsProvident Fund, ESIC and statutory benefitsStructured onboarding and mentoring by senior engineersLearning & certification support (CAD/CAE, Six Sigma, IATF, safety)

Interview & selection process

4 rounds — typical selection flow for this role:

1Resume screening and profile shortlisting by the talent acquisition team
2Cross-functional round with production, quality or design stakeholders
3Hiring manager discussion — role expectations, ownership and team fit
4HR discussion — compensation, notice period, joining date and offer roll-out

About ZF

ZF operates in the automotive driveline, chassis & safety technology sector and runs an active team in Coimbatore. It is an established employer with real engineering depth — parts are designed, made, measured and shipped here, so an engineer's work is visible in the product rather than filed in a…

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