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Tool Engineer jobs are open across automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and defense, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in tooling design, fixture engineering, and cutting tool optimization. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Graphics Developer Tools team is seeking an exceptional technical leader to help shape the future of graphics development. This role spans multiple areas of NVIDIA's graphics software ecosystem, driving innovation across developer tools, graphics technologies, and next-generation development workflows. You will create and lead new strategic initiatives, partnering closely with NVIDIA Research, GPU Architecture, Driver, SDK, and Developer Technology teams to evaluate emerging technologies, prototype new ideas, and deliver solutions that improve how developers build, debug, profile, and optimize graphics applications. This is a hands-on technical leadership role emphasizing vision, execution, influence, and collaboration. Success in this role comes from technical excellence and the ability to align teams around ambitious ideas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Be Doing
- Define and implement the technical vision and strategy for next-generation developer tools, workflows, and technologies that improve developer productivity.
- Design and prototype new tools that can evolve into production-ready software.
- Collaborate with GPU architects, driver engineers, SDK teams, and graphics developers to understand future needs and influence product direction.
- Drive technical initiatives across multiple organizations through collaboration and technical leadership.
- Mentor engineers and help establish engineering excellence within the larger Developer Tools organization.
- Engage with external developers, game studios, engine teams, and strategic partners to understand real-world workflows and pain points.
- Represent NVIDIA at industry events, technical conferences, and developer engagements.
- Influence the evolution of graphics development as AI increasingly transforms how software is built, optimized, and maintained.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 15+ years of experience developing graphics software, developer tools, game engines, GPU technologies, or related systems.
- Deep understanding of modern graphics APIs including DirectX, Vulkan, or Metal.
- Strong C++ software engineering skills and experience building large-scale software systems.
- Demonstrated technical leadership driving complex projects across multiple teams.
- Experience designing software architectures and influencing technical direction beyond a single codebase.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, research, product, and external developer communities.
- Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and transform ideas into shipped products.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Expertise in GPU architecture, memory systems, performance analysis, or graphics debugging.
- Experience with ray tracing technologies, neural rendering, or advanced rendering techniques using Vulkan or D3D12.
- Experience developing profilers, debuggers, validation tools, or SDKs.
- Experience applying machine learning or generative AI techniques to software development workflows.
- Contributions to game engines, graphics middleware, graphics SDKs, or open-source graphics projects.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers with some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working here. If you're highly technical and enthusiastic about 3D Graphics, we want to hear from you! For two decades, we have pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics. With our invention of the GPU - the engine of modern visual computing - the field has expanded to encompass video games, movie production, product design, medical diagnosis and scientific research. Today, we stand at the beginning of the next era, the AI computing era, ignited by a new computing model, GPU deep learning.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 20, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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INTRODUCTION
The Graphics Developer Tools team is seeking an exceptional technical leader to help shape the future of graphics development. This role spans multiple areas of NVIDIA's graphics software ecosystem, driving innovation across developer tools, graphics technologies, and next-generation development workflows. You will create and lead new strategic initiatives, partnering closely with NVIDIA Research, GPU Architecture, Driver, SDK, and Developer Technology teams to evaluate emerging technologies, prototype new ideas, and deliver solutions that improve how developers build, debug, profile, and optimize graphics applications. This is a hands-on technical leadership role emphasizing vision, execution, influence, and collaboration. Success in this role comes from technical excellence and the ability to align teams around ambitious ideas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You'll Be Doing
- Define and implement the technical vision and strategy for next-generation developer tools, workflows, and technologies that improve developer productivity.
- Design and prototype new tools that can evolve into production-ready software.
- Collaborate with GPU architects, driver engineers, SDK teams, and graphics developers to understand future needs and influence product direction.
- Drive technical initiatives across multiple organizations through collaboration and technical leadership.
- Mentor engineers and help establish engineering excellence within the larger Developer Tools organization.
- Engage with external developers, game studios, engine teams, and strategic partners to understand real-world workflows and pain points.
- Represent NVIDIA at industry events, technical conferences, and developer engagements.
- Influence the evolution of graphics development as AI increasingly transforms how software is built, optimized, and maintained.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 15+ years of experience developing graphics software, developer tools, game engines, GPU technologies, or related systems.
- Deep understanding of modern graphics APIs including DirectX, Vulkan, or Metal.
- Strong C++ software engineering skills and experience building large-scale software systems.
- Demonstrated technical leadership driving complex projects across multiple teams.
- Experience designing software architectures and influencing technical direction beyond a single codebase.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, research, product, and external developer communities.
- Proven ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and transform ideas into shipped products.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Expertise in GPU architecture, memory systems, performance analysis, or graphics debugging.
- Experience with ray tracing technologies, neural rendering, or advanced rendering techniques using Vulkan or D3D12.
- Experience developing profilers, debuggers, validation tools, or SDKs.
- Experience applying machine learning or generative AI techniques to software development workflows.
- Contributions to game engines, graphics middleware, graphics SDKs, or open-source graphics projects.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers with some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working here. If you're highly technical and enthusiastic about 3D Graphics, we want to hear from you! For two decades, we have pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics. With our invention of the GPU - the engine of modern visual computing - the field has expanded to encompass video games, movie production, product design, medical diagnosis and scientific research. Today, we stand at the beginning of the next era, the AI computing era, ignited by a new computing model, GPU deep learning.
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 20, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Milwaukee Tool59
- Apple21
- Klein Tools14
- NVIDIA10
- Intel9
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing90
- Technology & Software43
- Electronics & Hardware40
- Aerospace & Defense7
- Automotive7
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tool engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo for tool and fixture design
- Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards
- Experience with CNC machining processes, cutting tool selection, and speeds and feeds optimization
- Familiarity with PFMEA, control plans, and APQP or PPAP documentation in a manufacturing environment
- Two or more years of hands-on tooling, fixture, or manufacturing process engineering experience
Tips for Your Tool Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for each specialization
Tool engineers get hired across very different sub-fields. If you design jigs and fixtures, lead with CAD and GD&T. If you focus on cutting tools, highlight speeds, feeds, and material experience. A single generic resume loses both audiences.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tool engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify tooling improvements on your resume
Hiring managers want outcomes, not responsibilities. Replace phrases like 'improved tool life' with specifics such as cycle time reductions, scrap rate drops, or cost savings from tooling changes you led or contributed to directly.
Target postings that list your exact CAD platform
Tool engineering roles specify CAD software more strictly than most engineering titles. Filter openings by the platform you know best, whether SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo, so your application clears automated screening without needing to explain a software gap.
Prepare for a hands-on technical screen
Many tool engineer interviews include a practical component: a fixture sketch, a tolerance stack-up problem, or a failure analysis scenario on a real part. Review GD&T fundamentals and be ready to walk through your design reasoning out loud, not just your conclusions.
Negotiate around relocation and shop access
Tool engineering is predominantly on-site or hybrid because the work involves physical tooling. When an offer comes in, clarify which facilities you'll be based at and whether relocation support is included before discussing base compensation.
Tool Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tool engineers?
The companies hiring the most tool engineers right now include Milwaukee Tool, Apple, and Klein Tools, with the largest share of openings in Wisconsin, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Automotive and aerospace manufacturers consistently account for the largest volume of postings.
How many tool engineer jobs are remote?
About 17% of tool engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because the role typically requires physical access to tooling, machines, and shop floors. Sub-areas like tooling program management, quoting, and supplier development are most likely to offer hybrid or occasional remote arrangements.
How do you become a tool engineer?
Start with a mechanical or manufacturing engineering degree, then build hands-on experience through internships or co-ops in machining, stamping, injection molding, or assembly environments. Develop proficiency in at least one major CAD platform and learn GD&T thoroughly. From there, entry-level roles in process or manufacturing engineering are the most common path into a dedicated tool engineering title.
Can you get a tool engineer job with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to compensate with technical depth in adjacent areas. Candidates coming from machinist, CNC operator, or manufacturing technician backgrounds have a real advantage because they understand tooling from the shop floor up. Highlighting personal projects, coursework in fixture design, or any exposure to PFMEA and control plans will strengthen an entry-level application significantly.
What does the tool engineer interview process look like?
Most tool engineer interviews include an initial phone or video screen focused on your background and CAD experience, followed by a technical interview where you'll work through fixture or tooling design problems, tolerance stack-ups, or failure scenarios. Final rounds often involve a panel with manufacturing, quality, and program engineering stakeholders who assess how you communicate design decisions to cross-functional teams.
Where can I find and apply to tool engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to tool engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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