Tooling Engineer

HellermannTyton; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

HellermannTyton in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Tooling Engineer to manage injection mold tooling projects from concept through production launch. You will develop tooling quotations, source molds, create technical POs, and coordinate mold design reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes moldability, manufacturability, cycle-time optimization, and tooling robustness. You will monitor supplier performance, support troubleshooting, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor level engineering education is preferred.
• Experience with tooling projects and mold design is required.
• NX/SolidWorks or equivalent CAD experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop tooling RFQs for new molds, mold modifications, and tooling repairs.
• Evaluate tooling quotations and advise on supplier selection, tooling approach, cost, and timing.
• Source injection molds and mold modifications to approved suppliers.
• Create and maintain technical purchase orders and tooling specifications.
• Lead mold design reviews and approval activities.
• Review product designs for moldability, manufacturability, cycle time optimization, tooling robustness, and production risk.
• Utilize mold flow analysis to support tooling decisions.
• Monitor tooling project schedules and supplier performance.
• Support troubleshooting of tooling and molding issues during launch and production.
• Develop corrective actions for tooling concerns.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Project Leaders, Engineering, Manufacturing, Toolroom, and Quality.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, reports, and tooling records.
• Participate in supplier development and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Mold design

Injection molding

Mold manufacture

SPI standards

Hot runner

Cooling

Venting

Gating

Ejection systems

Slides

Lifters

Unscrewing

Mold flow analysis

Project management

Planning

Organization

Communication

Technical communication

Purchase orders

Presentations

Education

Associate degree in Engineering

Bachelor degree in Engineering

Journeyman Tool Maker

Equivalent experience

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

Title: Tooling Engineer

Reports To: Tooling Manager

Department: Tooling Engineering

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Tooling Manager, the Tooling Engineer is responsible for managing injection mold tooling projects from concept through production launch. This includes developing tooling quotations, sourcing injection molds, creating technical purchase orders, coordinating mold design reviews, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting mold qualification activities. The Tooling Engineer works cross-functionally with Product Management, Project Leaders, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and outside tooling suppliers to ensure injection molds are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality, performance, and production requirements. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Essential Functions

• Develop clear and comprehensive tooling RFQs for new molds, mold modifications, and tooling repairs.
• Evaluate tooling quotations and provide technical recommendations regarding supplier selection, tooling approach, cost, and timing.
• Source injection molds and mold modifications to approved domestic and international tooling suppliers.
• Create and maintain technical purchase orders and tooling specifications.
• Lead mold design reviews and approval activities.
• Review product designs for moldability, manufacturability, cycle time optimization, tooling robustness, and production risk.
• Utilize mold flow analysis and engineering data to support tooling decisions.
• Monitor tooling project schedules and supplier performance.
• Support troubleshooting of tooling and molding issues during launch and production.
• Develop and implement corrective actions associated with tooling concerns.
• Work closely with Product Management, Project Leaders, Engineering, Manufacturing, Toolroom, and Quality personnel.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, reports, and tooling records.
• Participate in supplier development and continuous improvement activities.
• Support Safe Launch activities and Tooling Readiness Reviews.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of tooling standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Develop, track, and report tooling project KPI metrics as required.
• Stay current on developments in mold design, tooling technology, hot runner systems, coatings, materials, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with global HellermannTyton tooling teams to support common standards and best practices.

Other Functions

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support maintenance of the Quality Management System and ISO certifications.
• Provide technical mentoring and guidance as required.
• Travel domestically and internationally as necessary.
• May be required to work non-standard hours to support supplier meetings, mold trials, launch activities, and global projects.
• Maintain a valid driver license, acceptable driving record, and required vehicle insurance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of plastic injection mold design and manufacture.
• Knowledge of SPI mold classifications and mold building standards.
• Knowledge of hot runner systems, cooling, venting, gating, ejection systems, slides, lifters, and unscrewing mechanisms.
• Understanding of plastic materials and injection molding processes.
• Experience reviewing mold flow analysis results.
• Ability to manage multiple tooling projects simultaneously.
• Strong planning, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing project requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, purchase orders, and presentations.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Engineering, Tool Designer, Journeyman Tool Maker, or related technical field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in tooling engineering, mold design, mold manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience managing tooling projects.
• Experience working with tooling suppliers.
• Experience using NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD software preferred.