Tooling Engineer

Koch•Naperville, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Molex, LLC is seeking a Tooling Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will drive manufacturing excellence for precision injection molding and tooling across Molex’s global network. This role partners closely with Product Development, Quality, and Supply Chain to enable scalable, high-reliability solutions that meet customer and business needs. This role is ideally based in Lisle, IL, with flexibility to be located in Hudson, WI or Eden Prairie, MN.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
7+ years’ experience in injection molding and tooling
Experience working with cross-functional teams and global suppliers
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in precision or micro-molding applications
Strong background with simulation tools (Moldflow or similar)
Exposure to automation, digital manufacturing, or Industry 4.0
Six Sigma or demonstrated use of statistical methods

Responsibilities

Lead technical development and optimization of injection molding processes for high-precision, high-volume components
Partner with Product Development teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, cost, and performance (DFM)
Define and implement robust process validation strategies (IQ/OQ/PQ, DOE) to ensure repeatability and capability
Drive tooling strategy from prototype through production, including mold design reviews and qualification activities
Collaborate with global internal sites and external suppliers to build and improve molding and tooling capabilities
Utilize simulation tools (e.g., Moldflow) to predict performance, reduce risk, and accelerate product development cycles
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to resolve quality or process issues
Ensure alignment with Molex quality systems, including PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and SPC methodologies
Evaluate and implement advanced manufacturing technologies, including automation and additive manufacturing, to improve speed and cost
Influence supplier performance through technical leadership, audits, and capability development