Tool Engineer
Designs and manufactures electronic and technical tools, dies, fixtures, jigs and plastic moulds.
Overview
A Tool Engineer deals with the manufacturing and designing of electronic and technical tools. The work comprises designing tools, designing advanced tools and also bringing a variation to the existing tools to hasten and make the work easy. The work also includes the creation of die-cast designs, fixtures, designing jigs, and plastic moulds. It requires being well versed in metrology and measurements.
Where they work
- Automobile industry
- Manufacturing and Technology companies
Work environment
You will typically complete your design work in office environments, plants, or factories. You might have to travel to manufacturing plants and factories to gather information and liaise with the manufacturing and design team.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like Science and Maths
- You enjoy analytical thinking and solving problems
- You have an eye for detail
- You can manage your time well
- Creativity Design skills (CAD/CAM)
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete your 10+2 in Science (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics).
- 2Complete Bachelor's degree (B.Tech./B.E.) in Tool Engineering
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete a Diploma in Tool Engineering/B.Voc in Tool Engineering
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete Bachelor's and then follow it up with Master's (M.Tech/M.E.) in Tool Engineering.
Forms, exams and applications
For admissions, you must qualify entrance examination conducted at national level (JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.) or state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.). Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
This course is offered as a part of Mechanical Engineering Department in certain institutes. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Indo German Tool Room, Aurangabad, Maharashtra
- Institute of Engineering and Rural Technology, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
- Central Institute of Tool Design, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Delhi Institute of Tool Engineering, New Delhi
- Shri Vishwakarma Skill University, Palwal, Haryana
- Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala, Punjab
- Government CPC Polytechnic, Mysuru, Karnataka
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Murugappa Polytechnic College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- St. Soldier Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jalandhar, Punjab
- RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, Punjab
- GLA University, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
- KMCT Polytechnic College, Kozhikode, Kerala
- AWH Polytechnic College, Kozhikode, Kerala
- Chandigarh Polytechnic College, Mohali, Punjab
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Tool Engineer → Manufacturing Engineer → Senior Manufacturing Engineer
- 2Tool Engineer → Design Engineer → Manager, Design Engineering
Related careers to explore
Manufacturing Engineer
Designs and operates computer networks, robots, automated machines and material-handling equipment.
Design Engineer
Focuses on the engineering design process, using software to create designs and test prototypes.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science, Maths.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to building.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
PV Rajalakshmi — The first woman Tool and Die Engineer in Asia. She now runs an engineering services in Bangalore, called Mantra Leistung where training is imparted in design and manufacturing. It also organises skill development programmes for individuals and industries. She completed her Diploma in Tool and Die Making in 1982 from NTTF, Kerala; then worked for 5 years in NTTF, Bengaluru for industrial training. After gaining some experience, she started her own training institute to help employees across different industries by training them according to industry requirements.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 541 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Tooling_Engineer/Salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
The Institute of Engineering and Rural Technology is at Prayagraj (printed "Allahabad").
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.