ABOUT THE COMPANY

A leading manufacturer in the precision injection molding industry is seeking a highly experienced Process & Tooling Engineer. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about end-to-end process ownership—from mold design through production—and who thrive in a tightly integrated, quality-focused environment.
The company operates in highly regulated industries, requiring exacting standards and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, tooling, and production.

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Process & Tooling Engineer, you’ll be the vital link between the design, tooling, and production teams. You’ll play a hands-on role in developing robust, repeatable molding processes and driving improvements in tooling performance, product quality, and departmental efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; concentration in Plastics Engineering is a strong advantage.

• Experience:
• 10+ years of experience in injection molding process support
• Advanced understanding of mold assembly, tool design, and process optimization
• Expert-level mold setting and troubleshooting knowledge
• Familiarity with a wide range of thermoplastics and thermoset materials
• Strong communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced production environments
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

• Process Development:

Design, implement, and refine injection molding parameters for high-precision electrical components using scientific molding principles.

• Cross-Departmental Coordination:

Serve as liaison between tooling engineers, toolroom personnel, and production technicians to support seamless transitions from design to production.

• Root Cause Analysis:

Lead investigations of production non-conformances and implement sustainable solutions.

• Documentation Ownership:

Create and maintain detailed Methods of Manufacturing (MoM) including setup procedures, key processing notes, and critical tolerances for repeat production.

• Mold Sampling & Validation:

Conduct mold trials and sample runs to support engineering validation and part approval processes.

• Troubleshooting & Support:

Provide hands-on troubleshooting for critical jobs during production and ensure issues are addressed promptly.

• Continuous Improvement:

Contribute ideas and strategies to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime in the molding department.

• Process Recordkeeping:

Ensure all process sheets are complete, accurate, and include proper mold protection and setup parameters.