Tooling Engineer II
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer
Tooling Engineer II
Location:
Torrance, CA Company:
Pelican Products, Inc.
At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world's toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we've been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.
With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it's transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission.
At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You'll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn't an option. If you're ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.
What You'll Do:
As a Tooling Engineer II, you will lead tooling development projects and provide technical expertise that supports new product launches, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives across our injection molding operations.
- Design, develop, and optimize injection molds and tooling systems for new and existing products.
- Review product designs and engineering specifications to ensure manufacturability and alignment with tooling capabilities.
- Lead tooling projects from concept through production launch, including timelines, budgets, technical deliverables, and supplier coordination.
- Partner with Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to support successful product launches.
- Conduct tooling design reviews and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations.
- Evaluate tooling performance and identify opportunities to improve quality, reliability, cycle times, and overall productivity.
- Utilize mold flow analysis, engineering simulations, and structured problem-solving techniques to resolve tooling and manufacturing challenges.
- Support prototype development, validation activities, and production qualification efforts.
- Investigate root causes of tooling issues and implement corrective actions to improve long-term performance.
- Establish tooling standards, best practices, and preventative maintenance strategies.
- Support supplier selection, tooling procurement, and tool shop performance management activities.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to technicians, manufacturing personnel, suppliers, and engineering team members.
- Develop and maintain tooling documentation, engineering records, specifications, and maintenance plans.
- Drive continuous improvement projects focused on manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and cost reduction.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, engineering standards, quality requirements, and safety guidelines.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- 4-6 years of experience in tooling engineering, mold design, tooling development, or injection molding manufacturing environments.
- Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, mold construction, tooling systems, and plastic material behavior.
- Experience designing and troubleshooting injection molds in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with CAD software including Solid Works, AutoCAD, NX, or similar platforms.
- Experience using mold flow analysis software to optimize tooling and process performance.
- Working knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), GD&T, and engineering change management processes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Experience working with suppliers, mold builders, tool shops, and manufacturing partners preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting new product introductions and…
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