Mould Designer; Advanced

Perform prescribed duties and responsibilities independently outlined in all levels up to and including level 3 for fascia tooling (hidden parting line and conventional) and trim type tooling (e.g. rockers, claddings, wheel flares etc.)

Participate in and support Continuous Improvement and WCM initiatives

Use standard library models to design tools that meet customer specifications.

Assist in the design of tooling at the direction of the Design Team Leader

Manage single tool design projects when requested

Collaborate with other design resources as required for confirmation of tool design concepts relative to part geometry

Review tool designs produced by our strategic partners in tooling and provide feedback to ensure tools meet the expectations of our production facilities. This is to support our global tooling initiative.

Work closely with estimating and program managers to assist in the development of new tooling and engineering change quotes

Participate in benchmarking of new tooling and equipment and provide accurate, timely feedback

Analyze reports and department statistics

Assist in the implementation of plans to control and maintain safety, quality, 5S, cost, and efficiency for assigned areas

Manage engineering changes within design preparing and issuing files both internally and to outsources

Work together with Design Team Leader to provide key date timing feedback to assist in the scheduling of production.

Design water, boring mill and 3D contour feature working collaboratively to ensure other design disciplines and design for manufacture (build/machine) are considered.

Complete part feasibility studies on upcoming program parts to ensure all aspects are considered for tool design (cooling, steel condition, proper draft etc.)

Effectively interact with all departments within the company - Design, Machining, Build, Scheduling and Management

With Designer Team Leader supervision, conduct internal and external design reviews, document results of meetings and implement agreed-upon actions

Flexibility to work outside of core hours as required to meet the demands on the engineering department

Travel as required for investigational, benchmarking or training purposes

Maintain confidentiality and integrity

Minimum completion of Grade 12 diploma

College diploma / University degree in a relevant technical field, or equivalent experience an asset.

Several years experience as a Designer, ideally with injection mould experience.

Strong working knowledge of Siemens NX Mold Wizard in all facets of tool design

Strong mathematical aptitude

Strong mechanical aptitude

Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems

Results-oriented and able to work under pressure

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office e.g. Word and Excel
· Strong interpersonal skills

Well-developed organizational and time management skills

Must be a team player who is self-motivated with a positive attitude

Must be service oriented

Promote and facilitate positive communication with and between all employees