Mechanical Engineer
CurrentLead injection mold designer/project manager alongside an engineering team supporting a ~75 person, sales-driven, small-to-medium quantity, custom plastic part fabrication company.Simultaneously manage 5+ injection mold projects, typically 2-3 tool designs in process, 1-2 tools in trial phase, then 5+ more in scheduling/customer communication phase.Personally lead customer and vendor communicationsDevelop creative solutions for molding complex geometries, atypical parts, over-molding, and solutions against textbook recommendations when required.Work with clients on DFM changes to their parts.Prepare 3D models and engineering drawing packets for molds to deliver to in-house toolmakers.Partner with outsourced toolmakers when scheduling or machine limitations don't allow in-house work.Develop quotes for the sales team.Develop and improve processes and controls alongside injection mold technicians.Work alongside sales, planning, and production staffs to maximize scheduling efficiencies.