Plastics Tooling Design Engineer (Injection Molds) Lighthouse Hiring Kansas City, MO Job Details $90,000 - $120,000 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Rapid prototyping Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Engineering development testing 5 years Mechanical Engineering Tooling design Injection (injection molding) Plastics Engineering Collaboration with product development teams Continuous improvement Geometry Design engineering Prototype creation Blueprint creation using CAD software Product design Collaboration with manufacturing teams Engineering product development Senior level Mechanical product validation projects Prototypes Cross-functional communication Engineering validation Production troubleshooting Engineering manufacturing support Full Job Description Plastics Tooling Design Engineer (Injection Molds) Based in Kansas City, you'll turn product concepts into production-ready injection molds that run efficiently and reliably. If you thrive on precision, collaboration, and modern design tools, this is your stage. A day in the life Translate product and process needs into robust mold designs using CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar). Run mold flow simulations to validate gate locations, cooling strategies, and fill/pack performance. Partner with cross-functional teammates to align on scope, schedule, and manufacturability. Guide prototypes from build to test, refining geometry and components based on data and feedback. Support production launch and troubleshoot mold-related concerns on the floor. Track emerging tooling technologies and materials to continuously improve designs. What you'll bring Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related discipline. 5+ years of hands-on experience designing and developing injection molds. Proficiency with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and strong documentation practices. In-depth understanding of mold manufacturing methods, steels, and polymer behavior. Sharp problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication and a collaborative mindset. You should be proficient in Injection molding experience Join a supportive, high-performing team in Kansas City where your designs move from screen to shop floor—and make a measurable impact.