Mold Tooling Engineer

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities:

Looking for a hands-on career where every day is something different? Join our growing team at DexSys!

Important Note

Our facility is proudly nicotine-free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10-panel drug screenings are part of the pre-employment process.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage tooling programs throughout the entire lifecycle, from program award through end-of-production and tool disposition.
• Develop and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for new tooling and engineering changes, evaluate supplier quotations, and provide cost analysis and recommendations to Program Managers.
• Review mold flow, warp analysis, and other design reviews with Molding Department and suppliers.
• Monitor tooling design, manufacturing, sampling, internal and external tool trials, and engineering changes while communicating status updates to Program Management.
• Track, manage, and drive resolution of tooling-related open issues, maintaining accurate status reporting for new program launches.
• Support the development, revision, and maintenance of DexSys Tool Build Specifications and related standards documentation.
• Assist Tooling Manager in tool design reviews with DexSys internal team and tool suppliers.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve tooling Lessons Learned, Best Practices, and Part Warpage libraries.
• Coordinate and manage all tooling-related data transfers, including CAD data exchange, translations, revisions, and documentation between DexSys and suppliers.
• Review and approve Tier II supplier mold designs and maintain the Tier II tooling design database and records.
• Manage tooling-related customer documentation, quality system requirements, timelines, and deliverables to ensure program compliance.
• Lead end-of-program tooling disposition activities, including scrap-out procedures, documentation, and supplier coordination for both DexSys-owned and Tier II tooling assets.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Tooling Manager.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who is:

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, Tool & Die, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field, or Journeyman Certification is required.
  • Minimum of five years of relevant tooling, manufacturing, or engineering experience may be substituted for formal education.
• Working knowledge of CAD software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Great understanding of plastic injection molding tooling, part design, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, mold flow analyses, and technical specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus!

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience as Tool Designer, Mold Maker, Product Engineer, or Program Manager preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and standards

Why Work at Magna?

At Magna you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a career with a global automotive leader.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) + Company Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

Monday-Friday

1st Shift / Day Shift

Location

In-person

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

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