Mold Design Technician

UTEX Industries is seeking an experienced Mold Design Technician to join our engineering and maintenance team. In this role, you will play a key part in designing, developing, and improving molds used in the production of high-performance rubber and plastic components.

• Design and modify 2D and 3D mold drawings using AutoCAD.
• Create machine prints and develop machined part drawings using AutoLISP.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering by preparing cost estimates for new tooling and mold projects.
• Analyze historical project costs to improve future estimates.
• Develop and maintain project schedules for mold builds and machining activities.
• Coordinate documentation to ensure production readiness.
• Obtain and evaluate quotes from external tooling vendors and machine shops.
• Design mold accessories including trim dies, forming dies, spring fixtures, and manufacturing fixtures.
• Create repair part drawings for equipment and machinery.
• Evaluate damaged molds and develop repair or rework plans with the Machine Shop.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to recommend mold improvements and corrective actions.
• Support first article production runs by troubleshooting mold-related issues on the production floor.
• Provide mold project updates to manufacturing, production, procurement, and sales teams.
• Assist with customer-furnished mold evaluations and Cap Ex equipment projects.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mold design or tooling within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with AutoLISP.
• Knowledge of rubber and plastic injection and compression mold design.
• Understanding of machining processes and tooling.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Certification in Mold Design or Tooling Engineering.
• Experience collaborating with machine shops, vendors, and cross-functional manufacturing teams.

• Full-time, Monday-Friday.
• Combination of office and manufacturing floor.
• Occasional overtime as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a physical environment.

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• A company culture rooted in respect, innovation, and collaboration.

UTEX Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer and shall make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, and/or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.