Trainee Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of hot runner systems, including nozzles, manifolds, gates, and temperature control units.
• Use CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo) to prepare 2D drawings and 3D models of system components.
• Work with senior engineers to modify existing designs and develop custom solutions for client-specific mold layouts.
• Perform basic thermal and flow analysis under guidance, ensuring proper design for plastic flow and temperature balance.
• Support the preparation of Bill of Materials (BOM), part lists, and other technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews, providing updates on assigned tasks and suggesting improvements.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and tooling teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Learn and apply industry standards and tolerances for injection molding systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong interest in plastic injection molding and tooling design.
• Basic understanding of thermodynamics, fluid flow, and mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with any 3D CAD software is a must (training will be provided if needed).
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the precision tooling and mold industry.

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization