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Tooling Engineer - Manufacturing

ZipRecruiter, Libertyville, Illinois, United States, 60092

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Job Description 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 Responsibilities

Design and develop tooling (molds, jigs, fixtures) for plastic components based on product specifications Participate in design reviews and provide

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

input Validate tooling performance and troubleshoot issues related to molding and tool wear Implement and document cost-effective tool design improvements Support part qualification, tooling sampling, and final approval processes Prepare and maintain documentation related to tooling equipment and process history Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure tooling meets project and production requirements Provide timely updates and reports on tooling project status Qualifications & Experience

8+ years

of experience in

tooling design and development

for thermoplastics and/or thermosets in an injection molding environment Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience Strong knowledge of

mold flow analysis , tooling validation, and injection molding processes Proven ability to

troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues

efficiently Experience with design evaluation tools and manufacturing tolerances Proficient in tooling documentation, mold drawings, and GD&T Familiarity with PCB operations and electronic assembly is a plus Experience using inspection and testing tools:

oscilloscopes, microscopes, logic analyzers, measuring tools, harness testing Hands-on use of

mechanical and electrical tools

including taps, dies, and alignment tools Skills

Exposure to

medical device or highly regulated manufacturing environments Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and process documentation capabilities

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