Job Description

Plastic Molding Tool Designer

Summary/Objective:
An injection molding tool designer creates and modifies 2D and 3D CAD models of injection molds, ensuring designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet customer requirements, while also providing technical support for manufacturing builds. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and detail injection molds using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) based on customer specifications and part models. 
• Create manufacturing drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and other engineering documentation to support the mold building process. 
• Ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective to manufacture, providing technical input and recommendations for design modifications. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues that arise during the mold building process. 
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance mold design and manufacturing processes. 
• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and customers to ensure successful project outcomes. 
• Assist in the repair, installation, and maintenance of injection molds. 
• Assist in quoting exercises for new mold and repairs of existing molds 
• Proficiency in using Moldflow software

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in plastic injection molding tool design, with a solid understanding of mold-making process.

Skills Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Proficiency with CAD Software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA)
• Strong understanding of plastic injection molding processes, tooling, and material properties.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding machine functions and set up.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills to address mold design challenges and production issues.
• High attention to detail, accuracy and precision in designing and documenting molds.

Work Environment:
Office setting
Manufacturing floor environments
Controlled temperature environments

Expected Hours of Work
This is a Full-Time Hourly position required to work Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends.

Travel:
Up to 10%

 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Monday to Friday,

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