Associate Staff Engineer, Tooling

Overview

This position reports to Tooling Functional Manager directly. Under minimal supervision and with broad scope of responsibility, the Associate Staff Tooling Engineer provides tooling expertise to assist ID, Mechanical in product design.

Responsibilities

Representative Duties :

· Provide tooling and plastics design and manufacturing expertise to development team, including tooling and molding feasibility analysis, post-molding and finishing scheme, design for manufacturing(part level) analysis.

· Provide tooling design concept. Be responsible for tooling design review, drawing approval and kick-off.

· Management of overall manufacturing operations for tooling parts, e.g. RFQ assistance, tooling specification, mold test report, FAI and SPAP, corrective actions, process setup, delivery to support pilot builds… etc.

· Interface with development team, factory and suppliers to define and manage manufacturing strategies for tooling, inj.molding/stamping/die casting, cosmetic part decorating and labeling, and manufacturing operations.

· Establish tooling schedule that can meet the project time lines, monitor the process to ensure the quality and progress.

· Be responsible for tool quality assurance, conduct tooling buy-off and transfer as required.

· Trouble shooting to resolve manufacturing issues related to inj.molding process, tooling fabrication, stamping, die casting, cosmetic decorating and labeling… etc.

· Lead and execute cost saving project through introduction of new materials, processes and creative designs.

· Technical research on new applications and new processes.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- BS degree or above in Tooling or Mechanical Engineering. Graduated from well recognized university will be priority.

- 10years plus experience in tool/molding manufacturing and part development. Experience with audio products a plus.

- Capable of managing tooling development projects independently.

- Intermediate knowledge on part (plastic/sheet metal/die cast/extrusion) development and manufacturing processes.

- Strong project management skills with orientation to detail analysis and milestone targets for multiple projects at a time.

- Thorough technical understanding on injection molding/die casting process, tooling structure design and manufacturing technology. Hands-on experience with overmold/insert molding a huge plus.

- Wide practical knowledge on post-molding processes, e.g. printing, painting, plating, hot stamping, vacuum metallization, laser etching, ultrasonic welding… etc.

- Good understanding and experience with metal stamping, die casting, extrusion, anodizing.

- Practical knowledge on common quality metrics and continuous improvement techniques such as SPC, DOE, Gage R&R and FMEA.

- Good command to AutoCAD, Pro-E or UG NX.

- Domestic and overseas travels no problem

WHO WE ARE

Shure’s mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide – and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn’t stop at our products. Our talented teams strive for perfection and innovate every chance they get. We offer an Associate-first culture, flexible work arrangements, and opportunity for all.

Shure is headquartered in United States. We have more than 35 regional sales offices, engineering hubs, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia.

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THE MIX MATTERS

Don’t check off every box in the job requirements? No problem! We recognize that every professional journey is unique and are committed to providing an equitable candidate experience for all prospective Shure Associates. If you’re excited about this role, believe you’ve got the skills to be successful, and share our passion for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible work environment, then apply!