Tooling Engineer

• Join our Engineering and Maintenance team as a Tooling Engineer
• Previous experience in Industrial Automation is essential
• Hybrid role located anywhere in Australia plus benefits

About us:

Schneider Electric
is a global specialist in energy management and automation. We are dedicated to supplying our customers with safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions. We invent technologies that will transform the places where we live, work and play. Our technologies ensure that Life Is On everywhere, for everyone at every moment. Our Mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

About the opportunity:

Our Customer Projects and Services team are currently seeking a Lead Engineer for a permanent position to be based at our Gepps Cross industrial site in South Australia. 

As a Tooling Engineer in Engineering and Maintenance, you will play a critical role in maintaining the Plastic Injection tooling, together with managing the design, purchase and commissioning of future equipment to suit business requirements.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, Manufacturing, the Tooling Engineer's expertise will be essential in providing technical leadership, asset management, maintenance, and design for the delivery of tooling projects and the provision of training to production teams.

Key responsibilities:

Tool Design and Development:
Design and engineer moulds for injection moulding, blow moulding, or compression moulding processes, ensuring they meet product specifications and production requirements. Utilize CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of mould components.

Material Selection and Analysis:
Analyse and select appropriate materials for mould construction based on production needs, cost efficiency, and durability. Conduct material testing and validation to ensure compatibility with production processes.

Process Optimization:
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize moulding processes for efficiency and quality. Implement process improvements and modifications to reduce cycle times, enhance production rates, and minimize waste.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance:
Diagnose and resolve tooling issues that arise during production, including defects, wear, and breakdowns. Develop and execute maintenance schedules for moulding tools to ensure reliability and longevity.

Documentation and Compliance:
Maintain comprehensive documentation of tooling designs, specifications, and procedures in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. Ensure that all tooling practices comply with safety and environmental regulations.

Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with product development, quality assurance, and production teams to ensure tooling aligns with overall project goals. Provide technical support and training to production staff regarding tooling operation and maintenance.

Project Management:
Lead tooling projects from conception through to implementation, managing timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for new tooling projects, presenting findings to stakeholders.

About you:

Our ideal candidate will be a Mechanical Engineer or equivalent tradesperson with 5+ years of experience in mould design and tooling engineering, preferably within the plastics or metal industry.

Your proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and other design tools for mould creation will be supported by a tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Key skills and experience:

• Advanced understanding of moulding processes, including injection, blow, and compression moulding

• Experience with advanced moulding techniques and technologies including multi-cavity moulds and hot runner systems

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
• Hands on experience in leading and delivering medium to large projects
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholder groups and strong commercial acumen
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, work independently and to manage own time to meet objectives
• A growth mindset through well-developed digital skills and a technical aptitude
• Well-developed interpersonal skills coupled with a customer centric approach

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

Benefits of working for Schneider Electric:

The list is long but importantly we offer a competitive salary package, access to our employee share plan and salary continuance insurance. Additionally, we offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organization. With our game changing 'Open Talent Market' you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips. 

• Flexibility at Work and Global Family Leave
• Option to participate in our Share Program, with discounts and company contribution for employees
• Potential opportunity to purchased further annual leave
• Discounts at major vendors such as Clipsal, JB-HiFi and Hoyts just to name a few through our employee rewards schemes
• Continuous training on Schneider products
• Exposure to a market leader in sustainability and automation
• Global support at your fingertips
• Working in a well-balanced team and inclusive environment

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IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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