Tooling Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of complex injection molds, jigs, and fixtures to meet product specifications
• Review and approve mold designs for multi-cavity, tight-tolerance tools, including hot runner and valve gate systems
• Own Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Tooling reviews with internal teams and toolmakers
• Evaluate and approve mold flow analysis results and recommend design changes based on simulation needs
• Define tooling specifications including steel selection, cooling strategy, gating, venting, and ejection
• Serve as the technical lead with tool vendors from concept through design, build, and tool qualification
• Support mold trials, sampling, and validation activities while driving corrective actions for quality issues
• Troubleshoot complex tooling and part quality issues such as flash, sticking, warp, and dimensional variation
• Implement cost-effective tooling improvements to increase robustness, cycle time, and tool life
• Maintain comprehensive tooling documentation, including design records, change history, and maintenance plans

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training
• 8+ years of experience in thermoplastics, thermosets, or injection molding
• Proven experience with mold flow analysis and troubleshooting tooling-related defects
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex CAD models and tooling assemblies
• Strong knowledge of hot runner and valve gate systems
• Experience working directly with external toolmakers and global suppliers

Benefits

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Matching 401(k) contributions
• Vacation and paid sick time
• Tuition reimbursement

About the Company

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build, and deliver innovative products that improve the world. We offer the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.