Tooling Engineer III

Industrias Hunter, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 916,000 - 1,283,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A manufacturing company in Tijuana seeks a Tooling Engineer III to lead tooling design and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong background in injection molding. Responsibilities include optimizing molding processes, managing suppliers, and training junior engineers. This role offers opportunities in a dynamic environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Formación

• Minimum 7 years of experience in tooling engineering, preferably in injection molding.
• Advanced knowledge of injection molding processes and tooling design.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in teams.

Responsabilidades

• Design and modify molds, dies, and other manufacturing tools.
• Oversee and ensure maintenance of molds and tools.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage the manufacture and repair of tooling with external vendors.
• Evaluate and perform failure analysis on tools and molds.
• Act as a mentor for other tooling engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Conocimientos

Tool design & development

Preventive & corrective maintenance

Molding process optimization

Supplier management

Failure analysis

Training & leadership

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Lean manufacturing

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Tooling Engineer III will be responsible for leading the design, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of tooling and equipment at our injection molding plant in Tijuana. This role requires an in-depth understanding of injection molding processes, manufacturing, and tooling engineering, with a focus on continuous improvement to optimize productivity and ensure quality in production.

The ideal candidate should have extensive technical experience, the ability to work in a dynamic environment, and act as a leader within the tooling engineering team. They will work closely with other departments, including production, quality, and maintenance, to ensure tooling is appropriate for manufacturing processes and meets customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Tool Design & Development: Design and modify molds, dies, and other manufacturing tools based on product specifications and production requirements.
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Oversee and ensure that molds and tools are maintained in optimal condition through an effective preventive maintenance program and troubleshoot failures in real-time.
• Molding Process Optimization: Collaborate with production teams to identify opportunities for improvement in injection molding processes, ensuring production efficiency and minimizing downtime.
• Supplier Management: Manage and coordinate the manufacture and repair of tooling with external vendors, ensuring quality, deadlines, and cost-effectiveness.
• Failure Analysis: Evaluate and perform failure analysis on tools and molds to identify and correct design, material, or process issues affecting product quality.
• Training & Leadership: Act as a mentor and leader for other tooling engineers and technicians, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Compliance: Ensure all tools and molds comply with local and international safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in tooling engineering, preferably in injection molding or plastic manufacturing.
• Technical Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling design, failure analysis, CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other), and simulation software.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in teams.
• Languages: Advanced English is preferred due to the international nature of the company.
• Availability: Willingness to travel occasionally to the corporate headquarters in San Marcos, CA, or to supplier sites as needed.
• Additional Requirements:
• Experience in molding tooling and process improvements in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.