Tool & Mold Designer

*Job Overview* Vector Tool & Engineering Inc. located in Grandview; MO is seeking an experienced Tool & Mold Designer. Vector, a division of Peterson Manufacturing, is a high-quality Tool & Die shop that builds custom injection molds, fixtures, dies as well as automation equipment for a variety of manufacturing processes. The position reports to and works under the direction of the Engineering Manager. The engineer works internally with toolmakers and directly with the end customer to provide quality tool designs to be manufactured in our shop. *ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Develops models and drawings for new builds, revisions, and repair applications of a variety of tooling & injection molds.
• Uses design software to maximum capability.
• Compiles information for each job such as mold flow, resin characteristics, customer requirements, part moldability, and part design to produce the highest quality tool design.
• Checks completed designs for errors and accuracy.
• Responsible for maintaining project schedules through a timeline.

*SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED*

• Must be willing to learn advancing technology and design practices.
• Must be able to convey and communicate design intent clearly.
• Must be able to work independently and within a team.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Must be very thorough to minimize errors.
• Must be able to work on different projects at simultaneously.
• Possess attitude conducive to meeting deadlines.
• Possess a cooperative attitude.

*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*

• A minimum of 2 years design or mold making experience.
• A minimum of 2 years machining or tool room experience is preferred.
• Experience working with Solidworks and Unigraphics NX design software.

*Vector is a clean organized shop with high quality equipment and many opportunities for growth. Our employees, most who have been here many years are the strength of our organization. Please view our website to get a better look at the organization we are all so proud of.* *WWW.VECTORTOOL.COM* EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer. Peterson Manufacturing/Vector Tool & Engineering does not sponsor applicants for work visas.