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Plastics Tooling Design Engineer; Injection Molds
Job in
Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, 64101, USA
Listed on 2026-10-17
Listing for:
Lighthouse Hiring
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Based in Kansas City, you’ll turn product concepts into production-ready injection molds that run efficiently and reliably. If you thrive on precision, collaboration, and modern design tools, this is your stage.
A day in the life Translate product and process needs into robust mold designs using CAD (Solid Works, AutoCAD or similar).Run mold flow simulations to validate gate locations, cooling strategies, and fill/pack performance.
Partner with cross-functional teammates to align on scope, schedule, and manufacturability.
Guide prototypes from build to test, refining geometry and components based on data and feedback.
Support production launch and troubleshoot mold-related concerns on the floor.
Track emerging tooling technologies and materials to continuously improve designs.
What you’ll bring
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related discipline.
5+ years of hands-on experience designing and developing injection molds.
Proficiency with CAD (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD) and strong documentation understanding of mold manufacturing methods, steels, and polymer behavior.
Sharp problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent communication and a collaborative mindset.
You should be proficient in Injection molding experience
Join a supportive, high-performing team in Kansas City where your designs move from screen to shop floor—and make a measurable impact.
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