Seaway Plastics Engineering · 2 days ago
Tooling Engineer
Port Richey, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSeaway Plastics Engineering is seeking a Tooling Engineer to drive new injection mold tooling from concept to completion and support existing production tooling. The role involves overseeing tool design acceptance, maintaining schedules, and problem-solving throughout the life of the tool.
3D PrintingIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Sustain production tooling, driving tooling repairs and improvements
Aids in developing quotes for new tooling, revisions, and repairs
Responsible for storing CAD files, customer prints, and related documents
Drive new tooling through the entire development phase
Perform Design & DFM activities and engage with customers to work through these issues
Modify CAD files and communicate DFM issues using SharePoint, Web Meetings and PowerPoint’s
Determine gate locations, ejector pin locations, document parting line locations, inserts required, actions required, etc
Perform mold flow analysis as required
Oversee and approve mold designs (both internal and external)
Work with customers to obtain documented design approval when applicable
Document and resolve tooling issues while pushing for production approval
Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED required
The ideal candidate is an experienced tooling engineer with a strong background in tool design and troubleshooting plastic injection molds. However, we will strongly consider any individual with 5+ years in designing plastic injection tooling
5+ years of experience in the plastic injection molding industry
Maintains a positive attitude and readily adapts to changes necessary to support the business
Demonstrates and drives Seaway's culture
Keen awareness of and background in plastic, silicone & cleanroom injection molding
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Competent written, verbal, and presentation skills; Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint
Solve practical problems. Uses limited information regarding molding parameters and tool design to develop action plans and solve technical problems
Strong working knowledge and proficient using multiple CAD software for 3D file manipulation
Able to manage multiple projects and meet defined deliverables
Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs unaided
Preferred
Candidates with a Mechanical Engineering degree, 2-year mechanical design degree, or trade school preferred with an emphasis on mold making
Experience in Cimatron, SolidWorks, Creo (Pro Engineer) and Autodesk Mold Flow is preferred, however candidates with experience in other CAD software will also be considered
Understanding of scientific molding & validation processes is a plus (DOE, IQ, OQ, PQ)
Company
Seaway Plastics Engineering
Seaway Plastics Engineering is a plastics company that offers prototype injection molding and mold making.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-06-23Acquired
Leadership Team
Thomas Orr
CEO
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