Tooling Engineer

Connexion Systems + Engineering; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing in Smithfield, RI seeks an experienced Tooling Engineer to support injection mold design, tooling development, and engineering operations. You will manage new product quotations, oversee mold-building projects, and provide technical support to the tool room.

The ideal candidate has strong background in injection molding, particularly high-cavitation molds, along with CAD/SolidWorks, mold design, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience with a degree.
• Experience with injection mold design and injection molding processes, specifically high-cavitation molds.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with CAD and SolidWorks systems.
• Strong understanding of mold design, tooling functionality, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills when working with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage quotations for new products and product/process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee mold-related engineering projects, including capital expenditures, project schedules, product economics, and quotations for the sales team.
• Review mold designs and provide technical analysis regarding design specifications, material selection, and mold functionality.
• Provide engineering and technical support to the mold/tool room to ensure efficient tooling operations.
• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and optimize new and existing tooling to maximize manufacturing efficiency.
• Identify and implement product, process, and quality improvements in alignment with engineering department and company objectives.
• Conduct and participate in product design, mold design, automation design, and project readiness reviews to ensure product requirements are met.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and vendors to support tooling projects and engineering initiatives.
• Assist in investigating and resolving internal and external customer complaints related to tooling, product quality, and manufacturing processes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance mold performance, production efficiency, and overall product quality.
• Perform additional engineering and technical responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Injection molding

High-cavitation molds

Mold design understanding

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Tooling Engineer Pay Rate: $70K–$80K Location: Smithfield, RI Duration: Permanent Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience with a degree.
• Experience with injection mold design and injection molding processes, specifically high-cavitation molds.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with CAD and/or SolidWorks systems.
• Strong understanding of mold design, tooling functionality, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills when working with internal teams, customers, and vendors.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Job Summary: Silgan Dispensing is seeking an experienced Tooling Engineer to support injection mold design, tooling development, and engineering operations. This position will be responsible for managing new product quotations, overseeing mold-building projects, and providing technical engineering support to the tool room. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in injection molding, particularly high-cavitation molds, along with experience in CAD/SolidWorks, mold design, and process improvements. This role will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, customers, and vendors to optimize tooling performance, improve product quality, and support efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage quotations for new products and product/process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee mold-related engineering projects, including capital expenditures, project schedules, product economics, and quotations for the sales team.
• Review mold designs and provide technical analysis regarding design specifications, material selection, and mold functionality.
• Provide engineering and technical support to the mold/tool room to ensure efficient tooling operations.
• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and optimize new and existing tooling to maximize manufacturing efficiency.
• Identify and implement product, process, and quality improvements in alignment with engineering department and company objectives.
• Conduct and participate in product design, mold design, automation design, and project readiness reviews to ensure product requirements are met.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and vendors to support tooling projects and engineering initiatives.
• Assist in investigating and resolving internal and external customer complaints related to tooling, product quality, and manufacturing processes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance mold performance, production efficiency, and overall product quality.
• Perform additional engineering and technical responsibilities as needed.