Tool Design Engineer

A Tool Design Engineer is responsible for designing molds for thermoplastic injection and extrusion blow molding processes. This position requires a strong understanding of mold design principles, material properties, and manufacturing techniques to ensure efficient, high-quality mold production. The designer will collaborate with engineers, production teams, and suppliers to create cost-effective, durable, and precise molds that meet product specifications and quality standards.

* Design injection and extrusion blow molds for manufacturing plastic parts, ensuring they meet customer specifications and requirements.

* Use CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX ,SolidWorks) to create detailed mold designs and 3D models

* Specify appropriate mold materials and determine the necessary mold features (e.g., gate location, cooling systems, venting, and parting lines) to reduce cycle times and improve part quality.

* Design tooling for complex features, such as undercuts, inserts, slides, and ejection systems.

* Ensure that the tooling is robust and that it meets the established criteria and specifications.

* Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing mold designs to increase efficiency, reduce wear, or lower production costs.

* Work closely with product engineers, toolmakers, and production teams to refine designs and ensure compatibility with injection and extrusion blow molding processes.

* Coordinate with suppliers to source materials and components for mold production.

* Troubleshoot mold issues and recommend corrective actions to improve production quality.

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* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Plastics Technology or Engineering related degree preferred.

* 3-5 years of experience in new tool design.

* 5 years of experience in a plastics molding environment preferred

* Experienced with safe working practices.

* Some background in product design

* Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the design and construction of plastic injection molds.

* Substantial knowledge and experience in the design and construction of extrusion blow molds.

* Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the development of mold concepts.

* Must have strong time management skills.

* Have strong collaboration, communication and presentation skills, both oral and written.

* Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.

* Proficient in mold flow analysis and simulations.

* This is largely a sedentary role, requiring use of typical office equipment such as a computer, copy machine, laptop and cell phone. May be required to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally. Most work is completed in a corporate office environment.

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* Approximately 40 hours a week

* Overtime as needed