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Magna

Automotive components and contract manufacturing provider

Mold Tooling Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeLansing, MI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Tool & Die, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field, or a Journeyman Certification, is required; a minimum of five years of relevant tooling, manufacturing, or engineering experience may substitute for formal education.
  • Working knowledge of CAD software and Microsoft Office applications.
  • A strong understanding of plastic injection molding tooling, part design, and manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, mold flow analyses, and technical specifications.
  • Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

  • Manage tooling programs throughout the entire lifecycle, from program award through end-of-production and tool disposition.
  • Develop and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for new tooling and engineering changes, evaluate supplier quotations, and provide cost analysis and recommendations to Program Managers.
  • Review mold flow, warp analysis, and other design reviews with the Molding Department and suppliers.
  • Monitor tooling design, manufacturing, sampling, internal and external tool trials, and engineering changes while communicating status updates to Program Management.
  • Track, manage, and drive resolution of tooling-related open issues, maintaining accurate status reporting for new program launches.
  • Support the development, revision, and maintenance of DexSys Tool Build Specifications and related standards documentation.
  • Assist the Tooling Manager in tool design reviews with the DexSys internal team and tool suppliers.
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve tooling Lessons Learned, Best Practices, and Part Warpage libraries.
  • Coordinate and manage tooling-related data transfers, including CAD data exchange, translations, revisions, and documentation between DexSys and suppliers.
  • Review and approve Tier II supplier mold designs and maintain the Tier II tooling design database and records.
  • Manage tooling-related customer documentation, quality system requirements, timelines, and deliverables to ensure program compliance.
  • Lead end-of-program tooling disposition activities, including scrap-out procedures, documentation, and supplier coordination for DexSys-owned and Tier II tooling assets.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Tooling Manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Experience as a Tool Designer, Mold Maker, Product Engineer, or Program Manager is preferred.
  • Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and standards.

About the Company

Magna

Automotive components and contract manufacturing provider

Magna is a global mobility technology company and one of the world's largest automotive suppliers. It designs, manufactures, and integrates components and systems such as body exteriors, powertrains, seating, and ADAS, and also provides complete vehicle engineering and contract manufacturing services. Its products are developed in 338 plants across 28 countries, enabling automakers to outsource from individual parts to full vehicle assembly and to adopt both traditional and electric powertrains in a single facility. Magna's goal is to be a trusted, one-stop partner that accelerates electrification and advanced mobility through its integrated manufacturing and engineering capabilities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Aurora, Canada
Founded
1957

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