Principal Injection Molding Tooling Engineer

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We are seeking a Principal Injection Molding Tooling Engineer to lead the full lifecycle of injection mold toolingfrom concept through production readiness and continuous improvement. This role partners cross-functionally to deliver high-quality scalable and cost-effective tooling solutions that support technology products in the Utilities & Energy sector.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and definition of tooling packages for RFQs on new products
• Conduct mold flow analysis and provide design feedback to improve manufacturability quality and cycle time
• Own specification quotation procurement and lifecycle management of injection mold tooling
• Facilitate Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews and identify tooling-driven process improvements
• Develop and standardize SOPs work instructions and best practices for tooling setup maintenance and operation
• Partner with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot tooling and process issues in real time
• Drive improvements in OEE through data-driven analysis and participation in manufacturing reviews
• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through tooling redesign standardization and new technologies
• Support automation and advanced manufacturing initiatives to enhance production capability

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Manufacturing Plastics or related field) or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience in injection molding tooling design procurement and production environments
• Proven expertise in mold flow analysis and applying results to tooling and part design decisions
• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes materials and tooling construction
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical outcomes
• Experience developing SOPs and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in fast-paced production environments
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Advanced degree in Engineering or related field
• Experience in industrial equipment or technology manufacturing environments
• Background in automation robotics or advanced manufacturing systems
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience managing global tooling suppliers and vendor relationships
• Knowledge of emerging materials sustainability practices or digital manufacturing technologies

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences dont perfectly align with every requirement we encourage you to apply the end you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidates starting wage will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply please contact a recruiting representative at 1- or email .

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