Summary:

The Senior Tooling Design Engineer will be a key member of the Footprint Engineering Tooling Design Team. This individual will have extensive experience with tooling design and will lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative and high-performing tooling solutions for Footprint’s sustainable packaging solutions. The Senior Tooling Design Engineer will leverage their advanced expertise to optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, while adhering to Footprint’s high-quality standards. This role requires a highly motivated and experienced individual with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and a proven ability to solve complex engineering challenges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of complex tooling solutions for a variety of sustainable packaging products, from concept to production.
• Utilize CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) to create detailed 2D and 3D models and drawings of tooling components and assemblies.
• Conduct advanced FEA and simulations to validate tooling designs and ensure performance, durability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., product design, manufacturing, quality) to ensure seamless integration of tooling into the production process.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive tooling documentation, including specifications, drawings, and test reports.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for tooling fabrication.
• Identify opportunities for tooling optimization and standardization to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior tooling design engineers.
• Stay abreast of industry, the best practices and emerging technologies in tooling design and manufacturing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department.