Tooling Engineer

About the Company

Pure Fishing is a global leader in the fishing tackle industry, with a portfolio of iconic brands that includes Abu Garcia®, Berkley®, Fenwick®, Frabill®, PENN®, Pflueger®, Plano®, Savage Gear®, Shakespeare®, SpiderWire®, Ugly Stik®, and many more. The brands that formed Pure Fishing were founded by inventors and innovators responsible for many advancements in the fishing tackle industry. Our team of industry-leading experts and global network of operations and innovation hubs strive to find the next innovations and produce world-class products designed to delight consumers, strengthen business for customers, and build love for our brands globally.

We are passionate about creating memorable experiences with our brands and products, helping anglers everywhere have more fun catching more fish. At Pure Fishing, we emphasize Execution, Empowerment, and Authenticity.

About the Role

As a Plastics Tooling Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize tooling solutions that support the production of high-quality plastic components. Working in a collaborative, onsite environment, you will partner closely with cross-functional teams to improve injection molding processes, enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and support safe, reliable operations. Your contributions will directly impact product quality, manufacturing performance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling solutions for plastic parts production, considering material properties, part design, and production requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, R&D, NPD, and quality teams to ensure tooling meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Optimize existing tooling designs through continuous improvement initiatives and engineering changes to enhance efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive improvements to existing tools by implementing engineering changes that increase operational efficiency, improve performance, and reduce costs.
• Conduct tests and evaluations to validate tooling performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide technical support and expertise to troubleshoot tooling issues during production.
• Stay current on industry trends and advancements in plastics tooling technology to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with outsourced tool shops on mold design, fabrication, and testing to support new product launches and ongoing production needs.

Requirements

• Strong experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD for designing tools, molds, and fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings, with knowledge of injection molding, CNC machining, casting, and related manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of tooling materials, including steel, aluminum, and plastics, and their performance in various manufacturing applications.
• Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop effective, practical solutions.
• Thorough approach to identifying and resolving design, material, and process issues before they impact production.
• Demonstrated passion for developing and mentoring employees, particularly those early in their skilled trades careers, with a strong focus on coaching and supporting direct reports.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tooling design and development, specifically in plastics manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CATIA software for designing tooling and molds (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes and tooling materials.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.

Travel

10–20% travel may be required to support other company locations, vendors, and suppliers, including occasional international travel.