Tooling Engineer – Manufacturing – Gepps Cross SA

* 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 ...