Engineer I, Tooling

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Tooling Engineer I, to join our Injection Molding Tooling team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively, learning new skills, and contributing to manufacturing excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures and actively promote a safe work environment.
• Support the Tooling and Molding Departments in achieving daily production goals.
• Assist in troubleshooting tooling issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Support tooling repairs, maintenance activities, and design improvements.
• Maintain tooling documentation, drawings, and spare parts records.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Absorb Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

Professional Development & Growth

• Participate in tooling improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Learn and apply engineering principles related to injection molding, tooling design, and manufacturing processes.
• Develop project management, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Gain experience with statistical analysis, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Aid in developing and improving tooling procedures and standard work instructions.
• Build expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Lean/Six Sigma tools.

What We're Looking For

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering results.
• Self-motivated individuals who take ownership and follow through on commitments.
• Dependable, accountable, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing setting.
• Desire to continuously develop technical and professional skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, production output, and continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop practical solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Mechanical passion.

Preferred Experience

• With SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Exposure to manufacturing, machining, tooling, or injection molding through coursework, internships, co-ops, or work experience.
• Knowledge of statistics, SPC, DOE, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma concepts.
• Hands-on mechanical, machining, fabrication, or manufacturing experience.
• Electrical circuits concepts.

Education And Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience preferred.
• Equivalent internship, co-op, laboratory, manufacturing, or machining experience is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Work is performed in a clean room and/or a shop floor environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time; depending on the work they are performing.
• Engineers are required to use computer or touch screen to enter work order data.
• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 50 lbs.
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time.

About Us

ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges. With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings.

What We Offer

• Consistent Quality
• Innovation
• Value
• US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities

ICU Medical EEO Statement

ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates.