Senior Engineer – Mould Development

ARaymond

Pune District

On-site

INR 800,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading fastening solutions company is seeking a Tooling Engineer in Pune, India, with 7-8 years in mold development and a B.E/B.Tech. The role focuses on mold cost estimation, supplier performance, and tooling refinement. Candidates should excel in injection molding processes, mold design, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Experience with CNC and EDM processes is desired. This position offers an opportunity to lead teams and drive innovation in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Professional or Certifications in Tool & Die making.
Experience in Mould Development for 7-8 years.
Proven work experience in mould building.

Responsibilities

Responsible for mold cost estimation based on various factors.
Measure and rate supplier performance.
Drive innovation and cost savings.
Lead a group of team members.
Prepare MIS report and discuss with reporting manager.

Skills

Injection Molding Process

Mold Design Concepts

Polymer Materials rheology

Thermodynamics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

B.E/ B.TECH/ Diploma in Tool & Die making

Tools

EDM

CNC

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

Overview

At ARaymond, we create cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the machines and products that keep the world moving. Founded in Grenoble in 1865, and still headquartered in the city to this day, we’re a family-run business with a proud history of innovation – including the invention of the press stud. Human values have driven our success for over 158 years, embodied by our servant-leadership model of management that empowers employees and puts their wellbeing first. Today we employ more than 8,500 people in 25 countries worldwide. And we’re committed to leading in sustainability for the global fastening and assembly market. Connect the parts that keep the world moving. Working in a clean, green and high-tech production environment, you’ll help build cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the everyday innovations we all rely on.

Role And Responsibilities

Responsible for mold cost estimation based on factors like – Machine tonnage, Cycle time, gross weight etc.
Measure and rate supplier performance, and be ultimately responsible for supplier problem resolution. Conduct cross-functional review of current and potential supplier performance with quality, engineering, cost accounting, project management and logistics. These reviews coordinate problem resolution, new business awards or resourcing.
Drive innovation and cost savings.
Should be able to lead group of team members.
Should have good analytical skills.
Responsible to improve supplier skills.
Prepare MIS report & discuss timely with reporting manager.
Maintaining awareness and adherence about applicable information security policies and procedures.
Ensuring information they use or information under their custody is adequately protected as per ARaymond information security expectations
Responsible for conducting the new project feasibility study from the tooling perspective.
Responsible for mold design Review & approval
Responsible for getting mold Design DFM & Mould flow Reports from suppliers and get it approved by respective engg person and also intimate possible issue can occur as a proactive action to have FTR.
Responsible for in house mold trials & Trouble shooting.
Mold development procedure creation, modification and validation whenever required.
Responsible to solve internal mould issues (new Mould).
Responsible to do mould physical validation of the mould as per AR Checklist at Supplier end before ship the tool to AR Works.
Responsible for project closing from tooling perspective
Responsible for preparing the cost break up for new launching mould to help Purchase to Negotiate with suppliers.
Responsible for getting weekly updates from suppliers & updating to respective OPM.
Development of Proto Tools & Products
Provide on-site support for tool builds and mold tryouts
Work with Engineering to lead design reviews and complete tooling refinement during development/validation
Help Product Engineering to industrialize the Product for simplifying the mould construction.
Work with Process Engineers /Production supervisors to resolve issues and maintain tool condition for the life of tooling

Education And Experience

B.E/ B.TECH/ Diploma in Tool & Die making with specialization in Mould Development Professional or Certifications Tool & Die making experience of 7- 8 Years

Skills

Extensive knowledge on key mold manufacturing processes (EDM, CNC, etc.,) and machining rates
Extensive knowledge on mould construction
Work within the constraints of budget, schedule and scope to manage risk and ensure adherence to established processes and methodologies through:
Interaction with BD,OPM, suppliers, and internal resources
Demonstration of advanced knowledge in Mould design
Mentoring other engineers & Mentoring them
Defining and managing scope, time and cost for complex projects or programs
Identifying risks, taking responsibility for mitigation actions, and managing mitigation plan

Should have good knowledge of Injection Molding Process.

Should have good knowledge of Mold Design Concepts

Should have good knowledge of Polymer Materials rheology and Thermodynamics.

Should have experience in Plastic Part and Mold Development Process.

Should have experience of resolving injection molding problems like weld lines, sink marks, warpage using simulation.

Strong results interpretation and communication skills.

Proven work experience in mould building

Analytical thinker with interpersonal skill

Knowledge of process related standards

Ability to work autonomously or as a contributing team member.

Able to provide technical guidance to manufacturing team members.

Work with Product Engineering to improve design and or manufacturing process.