The Tooling Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of new Plastics Injection Molding tool build. In a team-oriented environment, the team develops tool specifications and coordinates tool builds at suppliers. This also includes, but is not limited to; coordinating the tool run-off and validation at the manufacturing location as well as coordinating the delivery for internal injection mold tooling. This role is responsible for ensuring the tool sourcing starts on time; the tools are built within the cost budget and to the companies specifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design & development of new Injection Molding Tooling for plant
Partner with the quality teams to ensure plastic parts are inspected properly
Develop tooling specifications & statement of work for the RFQ process
Work with the product design team to ensure quality on part designs relating to mold-ability, quality and cost
Prepare estimates for new tooling and design changes
Manage tooling suppliers to design, develop, construct and deliver new injection mold tooling, including adherence to timing plans
Work with tooling suppliers to trial and approve new tools for shipment
Manage the measurement of parts at each trial-run
Contribute in the creation and tolerancing of the 2D drawings for tooling and injection molding
Travel (approx. 10-20%) to tool shops and plants
Ability to lift parts and components weighing approximately 25 lbs.
QUALIFICATIONS
5 to 10 years' experience in plastic injection mold tool design, development and implementation.
Mechanical Engineering (or similar) Bachelors Degree is preferred OR equivalent experience in injection molding is required.
Ability to make decisions and perform job duties with minimal supervision
GD&T knowledge is required
Some experience with large automotive HVAC housing and/or radiator tank injection mold tooling experience is a plus.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Project management skills are required.
NX or SolidWorks design experience is a plus.
Injection molding process and equipment knowledge and experience is a plus.
Injection mold process engineering experience is an advantage.
A working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics and equipment design is a plus.