Molding Engineer

Tsubaki Nakashima (TN) has been at the forefront of precision manufacturing since 1936, producing over 20,000 components engineered from ceramics, steel, and plastics. Our portfolio includes high-precision balls, rollers, large-scale blowers, and custom injection-molded solutions designed for demanding applications across automotive, industrial, aerospace, and medical fields.

Backed by nine decades of expertise and a commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, our people power the solutions that shape global motion and innovation.

About the Job:

We are seeking an ambitious Molding Engineer eager to make an impact in our rapidly expanding Mirandola Plant, renowned for expertise in plastic injection molding within a cleanroom environment. This role will play a key part in ensuring mold performance, process stability, and product quality, while supporting cross-functional teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and manage the activities of Molding Technicians, ensuring alignment with company goals and technical standards.
• Identify mold defects and process issues with the support of Production Tester, and the quality department, to drive corrective actions.
• Maintain a strong hands‑on presence on the production floor, actively supporting molding operations, troubleshooting issues in real time, and working directly with technicians and operators.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to manage and optimize mold design, manufacturing, and maintenance.
• Support onboarding and qualification of new external partners, including toolmakers and technical suppliers.
• Manage toolshop partners, ensuring quality, timeliness, and overall performance of their deliverables.
• Act as a technical liaison between internal stakeholders and external mold suppliers.
• Work closely with the EPC Engineering Director as technical support also for strategic tasks.
• Lead mold trials, validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ where applicable), and process optimization.
• Analyze molding data and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce scrap, and improve cycle times.
• Ensure compliance with cleanroom standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality systems.
• Participate in design reviews (DFM – Design for Manufacturing) for new molds and products.
• Contribute to the development and standardization of molding processes and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field
• 3 to 7 years of experience in plastic injection molding, preferably in cleanroom or regulated environments (medical, pharma, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of mold design, materials, and injection molding processes
• Experience working with external toolshops and suppliers
• Familiarity with part extraction robotics and automation
• Familiarity with validation processes and quality standards is a plus
• Problem-solving mindset with strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication and team management abilities
• Preferred: Familiarity with validation processes and quality standards
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package including performance-based incentives.
• The backing of a global leader with the agility of a start-up
• Possibility to make an impact in our rapidly expanding Mirandola Plant