This is a remote position.
Job Title: Molding & Cutting Tools Engineer Location: Croatia - Remote from Brazil Work Regime: Full-time / PJ Overview / Summary: We are looking for a Tooling Engineer with strong experience in the design and development of molding, cutting, and finishing tools for polymer-based products.
The role includes tooling concept validation, CFD and FEM analysis, and preparation of technical documentation (BoM, FMEA, APQP).
The candidate will oversee tool development schedules, support tool transfer, and ensure compliance with industry standards (IATF, ISO, OHSAS).
Proficiency in Catia, knowledge of GD&T, and familiarity with extrusion and molding machinery are essential.
Experience in quality tools and continuous improvement is highly valued.
Main Responsibilities: Design and development of molding and cutting tools in line with defined product materials and technical specifications.
Ensure compliance with IATF16949, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and OHSAS 18001 standards.
Develop and validate tooling concepts for extrusion, molding, and finishing operations (cutting, bending, etc.).
Perform CFD and FEM analysis (2D/3D static and thermal) for tool and process optimization.
Prepare and validate technical documentation (drawings, technical dossiers, BoM, FMEA, APQP).
Monitor schedules for tool development and ensure timely completion of work resources.
Oversee tool transfer to site and ensure proper handover and documentation.
Coordinate control gauge design and implementation.
Identify characteristic defects and define corrective procedures.
Support continuous improvement through PARETO analysis, R&R, and quality tools.
RequirementsRequired Skills: Experience in molding tool design, cutting tool design, and finishing operations.
Proficient in 3D CAD software, especially CATIA (CatPart, Surface Design, 3dA).
Knowledge of GD&T and OEM manufacturing standards.
Strong understanding of polymer processing, materials, and production machinery (extrusion, vertical molding, finishing machines like F2F, TLM, SBM).
Experience in DFMEA, Design to Cost, and BoM preparation.
Familiarity with quality assurance methodologies including APQP, FMEA, and R&R. Ability to manage technical schedules and evaluate final tooling documentation.
Languages: Portuguese and English (both fluent).
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