Mold designer

Metrinch Engineering Solutions LLP · Chennai, India

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Mold Designer to join our growing engineering team in Chennai. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and engineering of high-quality, complex, and large-scale plastic injection molds (with a strong emphasis on automotive exterior/interior components). You will transform complex product data into robust, manufacturing-ready mold designs, optimization-driven cooling systems, and innovative mechanisms.

End-to-End Mold Design: Create 3 D layouts, complete assembly designs for plastic injection molds (ranging from multi-cavity precision tools to large-size automotive molds).

Advanced Mechanism Development: Design complex mold mechanisms, including intricate slider movements, lifters, multi-stage ejection systems, and hot runner system integration

DFM & Feasibility Reviews: Conduct thorough Design for Manufacturing (DFM) analyses, identifying potential part defects

Global Standards Compliance: Ensure all mold designs strictly adhere to client-specific tool build standards, It is preferable if you are familiar with North American mold design standards.

Required Technical Skills & Qualifications Education: Diploma, B. E./B. Tech in Mechanical/Production Engineering, or a specialized Post-Diploma/Post-Graduate certification in Tool & Die Design (from recognized institutes like CIPET, NTTF, or equivalent).

Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven hands-on experience in plastic injection mold design within a mold manufacturing or dedicated tool design engineering environment.

Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in dedicated tool design software like Cimatron is highly preferred.