Mold Tooling Engineering Manager

The Keystone Distinction Group; Stoughton (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

HSA

FSA

Employee discounts

Team events

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking an experienced Mold Tooling Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in the design and production of medical cable assemblies and connector products. This role focuses on injection-molded components and process optimization.

Responsibilities include managing an internal tool shop, performing DFM reviews, designing injection molds, and coordinating with external mold shops globally to ensure manufacturability and cost-efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mold design, tooling, or toolmaking.
• An Associate’s degree or higher in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field; equivalent hands-on experience is also considered.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
• Capability to conduct thorough DFM and tooling feasibility reviews.
• Extensive experience in medical device or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience collaborating with global manufacturing partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an internal tool shop, coordinating with toolmakers and mold design engineers.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews to ensure optimal product designs.
• Design and evaluate injection molds for medical connector components and cable assemblies.
• Develop and support tooling concepts, including gating, venting, cooling, and surface finishes.
• Collaborate with product engineering to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-efficient.
• Work closely with external mold shops, both domestic and offshore, throughout the tool design and qualification process.
• Assist in resolving tooling-related issues and facilitate design updates as needed.

Skills

Mold design

DFM reviews

Medical device manufacturing

Global supplier collaboration

Education

Associates or higher in engineering/manufacturing

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Location: Stoughton, MA

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation: $100K-$120K annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), dental, life, medical, and vision insurance.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Mold Tooling Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in the design and production of medical cable assemblies and connector products. This role demands a seasoned professional who can oversee both new product development and ongoing engineering support, particularly focusing on injection-molded components. If you have a passion for innovation and leadership in a dynamic environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage an internal tool shop, coordinating with toolmakers and mold design engineers.


• Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews to ensure optimal product designs.


• Design and evaluate injection molds for medical connector components and cable assemblies.


• Develop and support tooling concepts, including gating, venting, cooling, and surface finishes.


• Collaborate with product engineering to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-efficient.


• Work closely with external mold shops, both domestic and offshore, throughout the tool design and qualification process.


• Assist in resolving tooling-related issues and facilitate design updates as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mold design, tooling, or toolmaking.


• An Associate’s degree or higher in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field; equivalent hands‑on experience is also considered.


• Proficiency in SolidWorks 3D CAD software.


• Capability to conduct thorough DFM and tooling feasibility reviews.


• Extensive experience in medical device or regulated manufacturing environments.


• Experience collaborating with global manufacturing partners.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience specifically in medical connector and cable assembly mold design.


• Background as a journeyman toolmaker or significant shop floor experience.


• Familiarity with medical validation processes including IQ/OQ/PQ.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $100K-$120K.


• Opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence.


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, 401(k), PTO, HSA, FSA, employee discounts, life insurance, and engaging employee activities.