Tooling Engineer I/II/III

SMC Ltd; Santa Rosa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holiday and PTO

401(k) retirement savings

Training and career growth programs

Job summary

SMC Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations worldwide. We are seeking a Tooling Engineer at I, II, or III level to support sustaining and new molding projects, providing internal cost estimates and managing mold procurement from quotes to delivery.

Open to candidates within a commutable distance to Santa Rosa, CA. Join a team focused on tooling, injection molding, and supplier collaboration with strong training and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 0-3 years of engineering experience; internships, co-ops, or relevant manufacturing experience are preferred.
• 3-7 years of experience in injection molding, tooling engineering, mold design, mold manufacturing, or tooling project management.
• Experience working with tooling suppliers and manufacturing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of mold design principles and injection molding processes.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage mold procurement process from quoting through design, construction, and mold debug.
• Manage current tool suppliers, and develop appropriate new suppliers as required.
• Schedule and track all tool deliveries. Report mold progress to Project Engineers and ensure on time delivery.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and reliability.
• Conduct internal mold design reviews to ensure appropriate design and compliance with mold building standards.
• Implement tooling changes as required to comply with customer quality specifications.
• Support the sales function by participating in customer meetings and product design reviews.

Skills

Injection molding

Mold design

Project management

Tooling procurement

Supplier management

3D CAD software

SolidWorks

Communication

multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

About Us:

SMC Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.

Job Summary:
The Tooling Engineer I/II/III supports sustaining and new molding projects by providing internal tooling cost estimates, managing mold procurement activities, coordinating external tool suppliers, and ensuring tooling projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality requirements. SMC Ltd. Is seeking a Tooling Engineer at the I, II, or III level. We value potential as much as experience and are willing to train and mentor the right engineering candidate. If you have a strong engineering foundation, enjoy solving technical challenges, and want to build expertise in tooling and injection molding, we encourage you to apply.

Open to Candidates within a commutable distance to Santa Rosa, CA.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage mold procurement process from quoting through design, construction, and mold debug.
• Manage current tool suppliers, and develop appropriate new suppliers as required.
• Schedule and track all tool deliveries. Report mold progress to Project Engineers and ensure on time delivery.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and reliability.
• Conduct internal mold design reviews to ensure appropriate design and compliance with mold building standards.
• Implement tooling changes as required to comply with customer quality specifications.
• Support the sales function by participating in customer meetings and product design reviews.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment by following all company safety policies and procedures.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 0-3 years of engineering experience; internships, co-ops, or relevant manufacturing experience are preferred.
• Strong desire to learn injection molding, mold design, tooling procurement, and project management.
• Basic understanding of CAD software; SolidWorks experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 3-7 years of experience in injection molding, tooling engineering, mold design, mold manufacturing, or tooling project management.
• Experience working with tooling suppliers and manufacturing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of mold design principles and injection molding processes.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in injection molding with emphasis on mold making, mold design, tooling procurement, and supplier management.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex tooling projects from concept through production.
• Strong technical communication, presentation, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to analyze issues, make sound decisions, and implement effective solutions.
• Experience conducting mold design reviews and mentoring less-experienced engineers preferred.

Additional Requirements (All Levels)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience within medical device manufacturing.
• Knowledge of scientific molding principles and injection molding processes.
• Familiarity with validation and regulatory requirements in a medical manufacturing environment.

ADA Requirements:

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move frequently
• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping
• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently
• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer
• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection
• Travel by air or car frequently

What SMC has to offer?

• Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment
• Paid holiday and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotional opportunities
• Training and career growth programs
• Employee Assistance Program

We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certifications. Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined salary ranges. We ask all applicants to review salary ranges for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation during the interview process.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.