Senior Tooling Engineer — Injection Mold Innovator

Silgan Dispensing Systems Thomaston Corporation; Thomaston (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing Systems Thomaston Corporation in Thomaston, CT is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer to support plastics injection molding tooling design, procurement, maintenance, and continuous improvement. You will lead tooling projects and collaborate across engineering to optimize manufacturability and quality.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in tooling and a solid grasp of plastics and mold design principles, with CAD and mold flow analysis experience.

Qualifications

• BS degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• 3+ years in injection mold tooling engineering.
• Strong understanding of plastics materials and injection molding processes.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and mold flow analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and project-management skills.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerancing, and mold design principles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new tooling and fixtures to support plastics injection molding production.
• Improve existing tooling and fixtures to enhance efficiency, product quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability.
• Select appropriate materials, finishes, coatings, and heat treatments for tooling based on application requirements.
• Specify tolerances for machined parts and assemblies, ensuring compliance with GD&T standards.
• Generate detailed tooling drawings, 3D models, and manufacturing instructions using CAD software.
• Manage tooling projects from concept through completion, including vendor coordination, quoting, timelines, and delivery.
• Conduct mold flow analysis and feasibility studies during the design phase to optimize tooling performance.
• Provide technical support for tool repairs, modifications, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Lead root-cause analysis of tooling-related issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Train production personnel on proper use and handling of tooling and fixtures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tooling designs, modifications, history, and maintenance records.
• Work closely with toolmakers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure tooling meets production and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in tooling design, performance, and lifecycle management.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Manufacturing collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Mold flow analysis tools

Job description

Silgan Dispensing Systems Thomaston Corporation in Thomaston, CT is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer to support plastics injection molding tooling design, procurement, maintenance, and continuous improvement. You will lead tooling projects and collaborate across engineering to optimize manufacturability and quality.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in tooling and a solid grasp of plastics and mold design principles, with CAD and mold flow analysis experience.