Molex ยท 7 hours ago
Mold Process Engineer- Connectors
Molex is seeking a Mold Process Engineer to join their Transportation Industrial Solutions team, providing an opportunity to advance your career in mold development and new product capabilities. The role focuses on mold tooling and processing, impacting design, operations, and product metrics through project execution and collaboration with product teams.
ElectronicsLogisticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Participate / Lead new tooling quote activities
Lead on new mold development projects: concept tool designs, verification of concepts through Moldflow simulation, development of qualification requirements, follow-up with suppliers (remotely and on-site) for tool qualification, scientific molding processes development, product review and disposition, and launch support into operations
Responsible for tracking and reporting project status, timing and budget performance to the Mold Engineering Supervisor and Project Manager. Accountability for performance and executing the mold development plan
Work directly with new product teams and advise on robust design for manufacturability of new products
Review Moldflow simulation results to improve and drive more-successful tool and part designs, verifying actual parts against predictions
Analyzing part data and communicating findings and recommendations for improvements. Objective is to minimize tooling adjustments through thorough investigation and well-planned, executed tooling strategy
Establish molding process parameters scientifically, using cavity pressure technology in a way that assures the best and most consistent process. Transfer data and lessons learned to other process engineers to expand their knowledge
Leverage statistical techniques and methods such as Design of Experiments (DOE) to develop robust processes and translate process information to guidelines, creating long term value
Ensure that all documentation (Mold estimates, CAE results, tooling plans, mold designs, process development, QC reports, etc.) for assigned molds during the qualification phase are complete and properly stored
Provide technical support to resolve issues (equipment, process, and tooling) and assist the operations team with problem resolution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor in Plastics Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering
Understanding of injection molding/tooling development
10+ years of experience in process and tooling experience (5+ years' experience in Automotive connectors)
Use of engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices, and techniques associated with scientific molding. A working knowledge and experience with molding machines and ancillary equipment
Experience with CAD and other 3-D modeling software (NX preferred)
Basic understanding of GD&T for reviewing product prints
Preferred
RJG Master Molder I/II or AIM certification
Must be a team player that is willing to cooperate with and consider input from supervisor, co-workers, and members from other functional areas
Experience in a fasted paced, dynamic, global environment with multiple changing priorities. Experience working as lead with remote sites and outside vendors
Experience using MS Office Software such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and familiar with applications such as Minitab and SAP
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life insurance
ADD
Disability
Retirement
Paid vacation/time off
Educational assistance
Infertility assistance
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Company
Molex
Molex supplies electronic interconnect solutions and connectivity products for a broad range of industries. It is a sub-organization of Koch, Inc..
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Funding
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