Tool Design Engineer

• Study part drawings and 3D models of plastic components to design the corresponding injection moulds.
• Develop complete mould designs including

  core, cavity, sliders, lifters, ejectors, cooling systems, and gating layouts

  .
• Ensure mould design feasibility considering

  mould flow, shrinkage, draft angles, venting, and parting line

  aspects.
• Design

  2-plate, 3-plate, hot runner, and multi-cavity moulds

  as per part and production requirements.
• Optimize mould design for easy maintenance, shorter cycle times, and improved tool life.

2. Coordination & Support

• Work closely with

  product design, tool room, production, and quality teams

  to ensure design accuracy and manufacturability.
• Participate in project meetings and provide design inputs for new product development (NPD).

3. Technical Evaluation & Documentation

• Conduct design reviews to identify potential design risks and propose corrective actions.
• Maintain mould design data, revision history, and engineering documentation.
• Support cost estimation for new mould designs and modification projects.
• Ensure designs comply with

  industry standards, safety norms, and company specifications

  .

Software Proficiency:

• Mandatory:

  UG NX / Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or CATIA for 3D mould design.

• Optional / Advantage:

  AutoCAD, Moldflow / Moldex3D (for flow simulation), MasterCAM (for tool path generation).

Technical Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of

  mould types, gating systems, cooling layouts, and ejector mechanisms

  .
• Understanding of

  plastic material behavior

  , mould shrinkage, and flow characteristics.
• Knowledge of

  hot runner systems

  , standard mould components (DME, Hasco, etc.), and parting surface design.
• Awareness of

  machining, EDM, and polishing processes

  used in mould manufacturing.
• Analytical thinking with good

  problem-solving and troubleshooting

  abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision in design.
• Effective communication and teamwork with cross-functional teams.