Tooling Engineer

Description

Job Summary: Join the client's Tooling team, providing full technical management of injection molds from definition through post-ramp-up, ensuring quality, timelines, and cost control. Key Highlights: 1. Full technical management of injection molds for the automotive sector 2. Focus on automotive interior projects and interaction with OEMs 3. Strategic location near the region's leading mold makers **Tooling Engineer (Automotive)** --------------------------------- **Location:** Oliveira de Azeméis Region, Portugal **Client Location:** Zaragoza### **Job Mission** Join the client's Tooling team (currently composed of 6 Tool Leaders), ensuring full technical management of injection molds from the definition phase through SOP + 3 months after ramp-up, guaranteeing quality, timing, and cost control. Team expansion is associated with new project intake, emphasizing resources located in Portugal, close to the region's leading mold makers. ### **Key Responsibilities** * Define mold strategy for new projects * Launch and follow up RFQs with mold makers * Technical analysis of proposals (costs, timing, technical concept) * Monitor mold construction (built-to-print or full development) * Attend and validate first trials (try-outs) at mold makers' facilities * Manage engraving and technical modifications * Qualify molds at plant * Ensure adherence to quality, timelines, and budget * Provide support until SOP + 3 months after ramp-up ### **Technical Context** * Primary molds: + Instrument Panels (IP) + Door Panels + Platform Parts * Involved OEMs: + SEAT / VW + Mercedes + BMW + STLA + RSA * Product development largely outsourced (e.g., Magna, Bertrandt, EDAG) * Strong interaction with mold makers in the Oliveira de Azeméis region ### **Requirements** ### **Desired Profile** * Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field * Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive tooling * Strong expertise in injection molds for automotive interiors * Experience managing molds from RFQ through SOP * Experience in OEM or Tier 1 environments * Supplier negotiation capability * Autonomy and hands-on proximity to the field (on-site presence at mold makers is critical) * Fluency in English (Spanish is a plus) ### **Behavioral Competencies** * Hands-on profile * Results-oriented * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously * Strong communication skills with technical teams and suppliers