Tooling Engineer

A leading organization in the advanced manufacturing and medical device sector is looking for an experienced Tooling Engineer to support tooling design, validation, and troubleshooting for complex injection molded components. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on ensuring high-performance, cost-effective tool solutions for production.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop tooling (molds, jigs, fixtures) for plastic components based on product specificationsParticipate in design reviews and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) inputValidate tooling performance and troubleshoot issues related to molding and tool wearImplement and document cost-effective tool design improvementsSupport part qualification, tooling sampling, and final approval processesPrepare and maintain documentation related to tooling equipment and process historyCollaborate closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure tooling meets project and production requirementsProvide timely updates and reports on tooling project statusQualifications & Experience8+ years of experience in tooling design and development for thermoplastics and/or thermosets in an injection molding environmentBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experienceStrong knowledge of mold flow analysis, tooling validation, and injection molding processesProven ability to troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues efficientlyExperience with design evaluation tools and manufacturing tolerancesProficient in tooling documentation, mold drawings, and GD&TFamiliarity with PCB operations and electronic assembly is a plusExperience using inspection and testing tools: oscilloscopes, microscopes, logic analyzers, measuring tools, harness testingHands-on use of mechanical and electrical tools including taps, dies, and alignment toolsPreferred SkillsExposure to medical device or highly regulated manufacturing environmentsStrong communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsDetail-oriented with strong problem-solving and process documentation capabilities

Created: 2025-10-02