Plastics Tooling Design Engineer (Injection Molds)

Plastics Tooling Design Engineer (Injection Molds)

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 (SolidWorks, 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., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and strong documentation practices.
• In-depth 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.