Tool Designer

Full-time
Kochi, Indiavia Aptiv CareersPosted Sep 11, 2026
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About this role

Title: Tool Designer

  • Press Tools / Stamping Dies

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop press tools, progressive dies, and stamping dies.
  • Create detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings.
  • Coordinate with production, tool room, and quality teams during tool development.
  • Support tool trials, troubleshooting, and design modifications.
  • Develop cost-effective and manufacturable tooling solutions.
  • Qualification
  • Diploma / Post Diploma in Tool & Die Making, Tool Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Press Tool / Stamping Die Design.
  • Hands-on experience in designing Progressive Dies, Compound Dies, and Sheet Metal Stamping Tools.
  • Proficiency in NX, CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software.
  • Strong understanding of sheet metal forming processes, GD&T, and tooling manufacturing practices.
  • Experience in Plastic Injection Mold Design.
  • Location: Aptiv Connection Systems India, Kochi
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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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