Tooling Engineer

About us:

For over three decades, Cirtec Medical has been a leading provider of manufacturing solutions for complex Class II and III medical devices. We specialize in providing comprehensive services from design and development to manufacturing and finished device assembly. Our expertise spans active implants and neuromodulation, interventional cardiology, structural heart, minimally invasive surgical systems, smart orthopedics, and precision components.

Our dedicated teams prioritize growth, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek opportunities for improvement to enhance our support for clients. If you embrace a growth mindset and thrive on challenge, you may be a perfect fit for our team!

Position Summary:

The Tooling Engineer works with teams, customers, and suppliers to make sure tooling designs meet product and manufacturing needs. They review, approve, and adjust tool and mold designs while helping with testing, troubleshooting, and improvements. The engineer serves as the main contact between customers and suppliers to ensure clear communication, on-time delivery, and problem resolution. This role requires technical skills, problem-solving, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with planning and design teams to ensure alignment of product design and tooling requirements.
• Engage with customer design teams to review and approve all tool designs.
• Evaluate product designs for compliance with automation principles and manufacturing feasibility.
• Review, evaluate, and authorize tool or mold design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
• Recommend and implement tooling design modifications to address quality concerns and enhance process efficiency.
• Actively participate in mold design development and provide technical support for tooling troubleshooting.
• Represent the organization alongside customer representatives during all IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities.
• Document all tooling design changes and communicate updates regarding tooling schedules and status.
• Serve as the primary liaison between tooling suppliers, internal teams, and customers, including oversight of outsourced tooling projects.
• Proactively inform customers of potential schedule delays, lead-time challenges, and risks of late deliveries.
• Consult with management, engineering, and production teams regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and process considerations.
• Apply statistical analysis to forecast future manufacturing needs and assess production potential.
• Coordinate with customers regarding the procurement of new tools and the repair or revision of existing tools.
• An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Must Have:

• Associate's degree in mechanical engineering, Tooling Engineering, or equivalent experience (preference given to candidates with a background in Polymer Science).
• 3-5 years of engineering experience within an injection mold component manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be highly engaged, proactive, and self-motivated.
• Creative, open-minded, and resourceful, with strong planning abilities and proven team leadership/motivation skills.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and interpreting basic instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Strong verbal communication skills for effective interaction in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Solid math skills, including calculations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and interpretation of graphs.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions with sound judgment and problem-solving.

Good to have:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Polymer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 6-8 years of engineering experience within an injection mold component manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in rubber molding operations, ideally with Liquid Silicone Injection Molding.

Salary Range: $77K - $113K / year

Cirtec Medical Corporation considers everyone for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. Cirtec Medical Corporation and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity. Cirtec Medical provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process.

We work to create a culture that is built on innovation, respect, transparency and communication, and hope you take pride in being a member of our team. It is Cirtec's goal to create an enjoyable work environment and to keep the company a great place to work. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits include training and career development, healthcare and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Paid Time Off and 401(k) retirement savings with a company match.