SR MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEER - Molding

TE Connectivity; Santiago de Querétaro; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

TE Connectivity seeks a Mold Design and Process Development Engineer in Querétaro to develop and industrialize molding tools for new and existing products. You will work with product development, quality and project teams to launch molds that meet specs.

The role requires 5–8 years in mold design/processing, proficiency with Creo/SolidWorks, and flow simulation tools (Moldflow/MoldEx 3D). Domestic/international travel up to 30% may be required.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering (required); Master’s preferred.
• 5–8 years of mold design and processing experience.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Creo/SolidWorks).
• Experience with flow simulation (Moldflow or MoldEx 3D).
• Knowledge of mold making and geometric tolerancing.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and industrialize molding tools for new and existing products.
• Lead mold design reviews and run at rate studies.
• Define mold specifications for prototypes and production.
• Collaborate with external tooling vendors and COE for best practices.
• Transfer, set up, and qualify molds in final manufacturing location.
• Develop PFMEA and Control Plans with cross-functional teams.

Conocimientos

Mold design

Mold processing

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering

Master’s degree in Plastics Engineering (preferred)

Herramientas

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

Autodesk Moldflow

MoldEx 3D

Descripción del empleo

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

TE’s Industrial and Commercial Transportation Solutions’ Molding Mfg and Process Development Engineers are responsible for developing and industrializing molding tools for new and existing products.

You will work closely with Core Project Teams inclusive of product development engineers, quality engineers, and project managers to Develop and launch new injection molds.

Job Requirements

Mold and Process Development

• DFx – Work with product engineers and customers on refining the plastic part design to achieve or improve manufacturability.
• Estimate tooling cost, manufacturability cost drivers (cycle time, cavitation, scrap, material usage) for molding processes for existing and new products. Create ramp up scenarios to optimize CAPEX, Utilization with demand.
• Create technical mold specifications for prototypes and production molds.
• Utilize engineering tools such as Moldflow to optimize gate location, melt delivery system, and TIPM to compensate for warpage and shrinkage effects.
• Work with external tooling vendors to develop, build and qualify new molds.
• Analyze & interpret CT Scan data of molded parts using Volume Graphics software. Disposition and prepare conditioning plans & direct mold suppliers to correct nonconforming dimensions on new molds until they meet product drawing and PV test requirements.
• Work with vendors to develop and optimize the molding process parameters on new molds using SIM principles and cavity pressure transducer technology.
• Lead mold design reviews, run at rate, capability analysis, MSAs (Measurement Systems Analysis), correlation studies, DOEs to qualify equipment at supplier and at manufacturing facility.
• Work with other engineering disciplines on the launch team to ensure all product requirements are met all the way through to the final sellable part or assembly.
• Work with Quality Engineering to develop the Process Flow, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Work closely with COE to improve and document Successfully Demonstrated Practices
• Utilize Model Based Definition process for product and tooling development, working closely with Product and Mold Engineers to develop and maintain accurate information in digital format for entire product lifecycle.
• Partner with Global Tooling Manager to develop future concepts, processes, and platforms that are flexible, scalable, and digital with focus on lower capital, higher utilization rates, and faster time to market with a target of First Time Right.
• Manage multiple projects with multiple molds projects while balancing quality, cost, timing, and technical risk. Track project milestones, technical risks, capital spending, supplier deliverables, and recovery plans, and communicate to cross functional teams and leadership.

Launch and Industrialization

• Transfer, set up and qualify molds in the final manufacturing location, train plant personnel on use, functionality serve as the SME for the newly introduced tooling.
• Lead structured issue resolution using data-driven problem-solving methods.
• Establish clear action plans, owners, due dates, and escalation paths for open technical issues.
• Lead mass-production trials, capacity analysis, and run-at-rate studies to confirm production readiness for the newly transferred molds.
• Release molds to Sustaining Engineering after all product specifications have been met.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Bachelor’s degree Engineering - Plastics Engineering. Master’s degree in Plastics Engineering preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in mold design and processing. Ideally in electrical connector industry.
• Proficient in PTC Creo or SolidWorks utilizing 3D modeling capabilities: Extensive working knowledge and experience with Part, assembly, and drawings.
• Proficient in flow simulation using software such as Autodesk Moldflow or MoldEx 3D.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of mold making trade. - Working knowledge of geometric tolerance techniques.
• Knowledge of Scientific Injection Molding Principles / Decoupled-2 & Decoupled-3 molding processes.
• Professional proficiency in English and Spanish, including technical discussions and documentation.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%, including occasional extended trips for equipment acceptance, installation, and launch support.

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)