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

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or related field; or equivalent experience.

· 3–5 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.