Manufacturing Engineer Development

Manufacturing Engineer Development

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer - Development is responsible for the industrialization of a new project from initial RFQ to validation during production. They will serve as the primary technical liaison between the Moldtech, potential customers, suppliers, and tooling manufacturers. The Manufacturing Engineer Development ensures open and constant communication among all stakeholders, and ensures new projects meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

Exempt: Yes

Reports to: Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee all initial phases of communication with potential new customers, including review of RFQs, design reviews, and generating quotes.

Work directly with customers to understand project requirements, then clearly define all project requirements and communicate to Moldtech team.

Develop project timelines and ensure milestones are achieved on schedule.

Lead design and development of new tooling and processes with the help of internal resources, tooling manufacturers, equipment manufacturers, and the customer.

Support APQP deliverables such as PFMEAs, control plans, and PPAP submissions.

Ensure work instructions, process parameters, and quality requirements are clearly defined and documented for hand-off to production.

Conduct trials for new materials, compounds, and tooling, and validate results before production release.

Assist other initiatives of the Engineering team as directed by management.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or related field; or equivalent experience.

35 years experience in mold design, preferably in rubber molding (compression, transfer, injection).

Knowledge of rubber curing, flow, and shrinkage characteristics.

Skills & Competencies

Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).

Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and ISO/IATF quality requirements.

Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.