OpenAI

Hardware Tooling Engineer

OpenAI

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $300,000 - $405,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Own the end-to-end development and execution of tooling strategies across OAI hardware programs.
  • Collaborate closely with product design, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to assess tooling needs early in the product lifecycle.
  • Drive tooling concept reviews, DFM evaluations, and design optimization for cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Lead technical engagement with external tooling partners, ensuring alignment on quality, delivery, and performance expectations.
  • Manage tooling schedules and deliverables to meet aggressive product timelines.
  • Oversee tooling validation processes, including functional testing, durability evaluation, and refinement based on production feedback.
  • Contribute to internal design and manufacturing standards, and elevate the organization’s tooling maturity and capabilities.
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate cross-functionally to de-risk complex hardware programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor\'s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in hardware tooling development across industries such as robotics, consumer electronics, automotive, or industrial equipment.
  • Proven track record in delivering robust tooling solutions for high-complexity mechanical systems.
  • Broad knowledge of tooling methods including machining, forming, casting, molding, and rapid prototyping.
  • Strong 3D CAD and drawing interpretation skills, with mastery of GD&T principles.
  • Experience working closely with global manufacturing partners and contract manufacturers.
  • Deep understanding of design-for-manufacturing principles and tradeoffs in hardware production.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership in cross-functional environments and the ability to drive decisions under ambiguity.