Manager - Tool Development

Mission (Key Responsibilities)

1) Oversee the design and development of tools and dies to support manufacturing operations. 2) Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure tools meet production requirements and quality standards.

3) Manage the tool design team and provide technical guidance.

4) Ensure timely delivery of tool designs and manage the lifecycle from concept to production. 5) Maintain a budget for tool design projects and ensure cost-effectiveness.

6) Lead the design and development of tools, moulds, dies, jigs, and fixtures for plastics, and composites.

7) Create and review 3D models, 2D drawings using SolidWorks & AutoCAD.

1) Coordinate with production, and suppliers to ensure tool designs meet functional and manufacturing requirements.

2) Guide and support tool trials, validation, and troubleshooting during development and production phases.

3) Ensure strategies meet performance and quality requirements and statutory regulations.

4) Participate in projects review meetings from estimating to part manufacture & coordinate with customers regarding product technical support.

5) Support manufacturing team to ensure parts manufacture within compliance and by the most efficient methods.

6) Knowledge on characterization of composite raw materials, fibers & Resin systems

7) Establish product development strategy in collaboration with stakeholders from an engineering perspective

8) Knowledge of ISO9001 : 2015 audits as per Automotive & Aerospace standards

9) Develop a strong team & ensuring that team members are motivated & trained to operate in all challenging situations

10) Prepare and maintain laminate check sheets, ply books and manuals

Skills Required

1) Proficiency in design tools: CATIA, Solidworks, Cimitron.

2) Strong understanding of aerospace engineering principles and practices.

3) Knowledge of Mold Designs.

4) Excellent communication and leadership Skills.

5) Ability to work in a team and collaborate effectively with colleagues.

6) Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

7) Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.

Educational Qualification:

B.E / B-Tech ( Mechanical) , PG Diploma in Tool Design or ME/M-Tech in Operations/Manufacturing

Work Experience:

min 7-8 Years.

Experience in Composites Tool Design and Development is a must. Through understanding of composites processes like Prepreg molding, autoclave processing, VARTM, etc is a must.

Exposure to Aerospace/Defence standards is considered a plus.