Sr. Tooling Design Engineer
Summary:
The Senior Tooling Design Engineer will be a key member of the Footprint Engineering Tooling Design Team. This individual will have extensive experience with tooling design and will lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative and high-performing tooling solutions for Footprint’s sustainable packaging solutions. The Senior Tooling Design Engineer will leverage their advanced expertise to optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, while adhering to Footprint’s high-quality standards. This role requires a highly motivated and experienced individual with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and a proven ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of complex tooling solutions for a variety of sustainable packaging products, from concept to production.
- Utilize CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) to create detailed 2D and 3D models and drawings of tooling components and assemblies.
- Conduct advanced FEA and simulations to validate tooling designs and ensure performance, durability, and efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., product design, manufacturing, quality) to ensure seamless integration of tooling into the production process.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive tooling documentation, including specifications, drawings, and test reports.
- Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for tooling fabrication.
- Identify opportunities for tooling optimization and standardization to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior tooling design engineers.
- Stay abreast of industry, the best practices and emerging technologies in tooling design and manufacturing.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- 8+ years of proven experience in tooling design, preferably within the packaging or plastics industry.
- Advanced proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and FEA tools.
- Strong understanding of various manufacturing processes, including injection molding, thermoforming, and die cutting.
- Extensive knowledge of tooling materials and their properties.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with sustainable materials and manufacturing practices.
- Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis.
- Project management experience.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.
- Frequently required to use hands and fingers to type, handle, or feel.
- Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, prescription, dental, and vision care plans as well as HSA / FSA accounts.
- Insurance Protection: Basic term life, accidentals, short- and long-term disability, and voluntary life insurance coverage.
- Financial Security: Short and long-term disability plans, along with a 401(k) retirement plan.
- Time Off Support: Flexible time off program, paid holidays, sick leave, and parental leave benefits.
- Lifestyle Benefit: Voluntary Pet Insurance.
NOTE: This position is not eligible for a relocation benefit.
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Are you ready to take your career as a Senior Tooling Design Engineer to the next level? At Footprint, we’re seeking a passionate and seasoned engineer to join our innovative Tooling Design Team. With a focus on sustainable packaging solutions, you’ll leverage your extensive experience to create cutting-edge tooling designs that not only meet our high-quality standards but also prioritize cost-efficiency and sustainability. This role offers the chance to lead projects from concept to production, utilizing your skills in CAD software like SolidWorks to bring your ideas to life. You'll also conduct advanced simulations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that tooling seamlessly integrates into our manufacturing process. As a Senior Tooling Design Engineer, you’ll mentor junior engineers, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and stay on the forefront of industry best practices and emerging technologies. If you have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, over 8 years of experience, and a passion for crafting innovative tooling solutions, we want to hear from you! Join us at Footprint and help reshape the future of packaging.
Footprint strives to develop process technologies and materials to create a healthier planet.
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