6395 - Senior Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer (Tooling - Plastic Injection Molding)

Location: Desa Cemerlang, Johor Bahru

Company Overview:
This leading manufacturer specializes in producing precision plastic injection molded parts for various industries. With a focus on innovation and quality, the company designs and develops tooling systems to ensure efficient production processes. They are currently seeking a Senior Design Engineer experienced in plastic injection molding tooling to enhance their tooling capabilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of plastic injection molds used to produce high-quality plastic parts.
• Create detailed 3D models and technical drawings of molds using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize mold designs for manufacturability, ensuring efficiency in the injection molding process.
• Review and improve existing mold designs to enhance cycle time, reduce defects, and improve overall product quality.
• Conduct mold flow analysis and other simulations to predict and prevent molding defects such as warping, sink marks, or voids.
• Work with resin suppliers to ensure the correct material is selected for the tooling application.
• Oversee mold fabrication, assembly, and testing to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior design engineers in the tooling department.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tooling Design, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in plastic injection molding tooling design.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar for mold design.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling materials, and various types of resin.
• Experience with mold flow analysis tools to predict molding behavior and optimize designs.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and improve mold performance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

This position is suited for an experienced engineer with a strong background in plastic injection molding tooling, ready to lead innovative projects in a dynamic and growth-focused environment.