Sr. Tooling Engineer

Silgan Dispensing•Thomaston, CT

About The Position

Silgan Dispensing is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer to support its plastics injection molding operations. The role is responsible for designing, procuring, maintaining, and continuously improving injection molding tools and fixtures. The ideal candidate has technical expertise in mold design, troubleshooting, and process optimization in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The engineer manages tooling projects from concept through completion and works with design and manufacturing engineers, toolmakers, vendors, and other internal stakeholders to ensure tooling meets production and quality standards. The role also provides technical support for repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance; leads root cause analysis of tooling-related issues; trains production personnel; and maintains tooling documentation. Silgan Dispensing is a global manufacturer of packaging solutions, including trigger sprayers, pumps, fine mist sprayers, and closures. The company describes its workforce and culture as diverse, innovative, sustainability-focused, respectful, inclusive, customer-oriented, collaborative, and accountable.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in injection mold tooling engineering in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of plastics materials and injection molding processes.
Proficiency with CAD software, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and mold flow analysis tools.
Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
Knowledge of GD&T, tolerancing, and mold design principles.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted; frequent lifting is required throughout the shift.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, color determination, grasping, reaching, speaking, and listening.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree; equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
Experience with hot runner systems and multi-cavity mold design.
Familiarity with scientific molding practices.
Hands-on experience working with toolmakers and mold shops.
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.

Responsibilities

Design and develop tooling and fixtures for plastics injection molding production.
Improve existing tooling and fixtures to increase efficiency and product quality and reduce costs.
Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability.
Select tooling materials, finishes, coatings, and heat treatments according to application requirements.
Specify tolerances for machined parts and assemblies in accordance with GD&T standards.
Create tooling drawings, 3D models, and manufacturing instructions using CAD software.
Manage tooling projects from concept through completion, including vendor coordination, quotations, timelines, and delivery.
Conduct mold flow analyses and feasibility studies during the design phase to optimize tooling performance.
Provide technical support for tool repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance.
Lead root cause analysis of tooling-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Train production personnel in the proper use and handling of tooling and fixtures.
Maintain documentation of tooling designs, modifications, history, and maintenance records.
Work with toolmakers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure tooling meets production and quality standards.
Drive continuous improvement in tooling design, performance, and lifecycle management.