Tooling Engineer

Job Summary:

This role manages all activities related to Injection Molding Tooling, including design, construction, launch, and validation of molded products.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages all tooling and engineering activities in the design and construction of new tools, as well as the modification of existing tools. Works closely with the Technical Manager – Molding on project plans.
• Evaluate and analyze new part designs to determine the most cost-effective method of producing the part and define tooling requirements. Assures the optimal return on tooling investment.
• Consults internally on injection molded projects.
• Creates mold building specification sheets stating custom mold building specifications and requirements. Understand the end use and life expectancy of tools based on established criteria and project and budget requirements.
• Writes requests for tooling quotations from vendors. Formats financial quotation summaries from multiple vendors for internal review.
• Ensure that vendors adhere to budget and timing constraints on projects.
• Approve injection molding tool design.
• Assure that vendors incorporate approved designs in injection molding tool construction.
• Manage RTC’s library of tool drawings.
• Travel to vendors domestically and in Asia to evaluate the progress, construction, and performance of RTC’s tools.
• Travel to local vendors to evaluate the performance of completed injection molding tools and product conformity.
• Provides detailed reports and project summaries for all tooling programs.
• Manage the preventive maintenance program for new and existing tools by working directly with RTC’s custom injection molding vendor base.
• Evaluate product design for moldability and simplification to enhance moldability.
• Assist in troubleshooting injection molding problems.
• Develops new tooling sources and continuously improves existing suppliers by working with the Technical Manager, Purchasing, and Estimating departments.
• Work with injection molding tool designers to ensure the highest quality injection molding tools possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-10 years of experience in plastics engineering. Strong knowledge of plastic materials, characteristics, and properties.
• Proven knowledge of injection mold design and molding process.
• Experience with engineering resins.
• A degree or proven experience will be required.
• Hands-on machine experience is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of injection molding principles and tooling debugging skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including customer and supplier interface.
• Ability to negotiate and understand the technical and financial aspects of each project.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCAD, IGES, and STEP file formats. Must be proficient in MS Office.

About RTC

RTC masters the design and detail of retail, helping brands and retailers improve the shopping experience and grow their bottom line.  We design retail programs and environments, execute them globally, and build products that improve retail performance.  We provide our clients a cohesive brand experience, expanded retail presence, and consistently better results at a lower total cost.  Learn more at http://www.rtc.com/.

Why should you consider a career at RTC?

Benefits

• Hybrid work from home program offered
• Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
• Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
• Benefit Value Advisor and Member Rewards (through Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care
• Commuter Transit benefit
• Critical illness benefit 
• 401(K) Plan with company match (we also offer a Roth option!)
• Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
• 16 PTO Days (full year)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance 

Perks

• Fun Friday Hours - get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2:30 every Friday (year-round!)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company sponsored volunteer event 

Wellness

• PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.
• Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
• Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
• Lactation rooms available for new mothers at both the Rolling Meadows & Romeoville locations.
• Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan.  Flu shots are covered on insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.

Career Development & Training 

We encourage your professional growth and development.  We offer mentors with deep industry experience, management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long-term career goals, and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is budgeted at $82,850.00 to $129,250.00, with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary depends on various factors and may be above or below the specified range, depending on the applicant's qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education, business needs, and market demand. The full salary range for this role reflects this position's competitive labor market value and provides an opportunity to progress as associates grow and develop within the role.  Bonuses are paid based on RTC’s financial results.  Any payouts awarded in the first year of employment are pro-rated based on the start date.  Program rules are subject to change at management’s discretion. 

RTC is an equal opportunity employer.  Women, individuals of all ethnicities, people with disabilities (intellectual and physical) and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.  We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

Salary : $82,850 - $129,250