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With a rich history dating back over 45 years, Plasman is a leading global automotive and manufacturing company with several locations across North America and Europe. At Plasman, you will work with the world's best and brightest to shape the future of our global company. Our employees come from rich and diverse backgrounds working collectively together for the success of one company. We believe the most impressive thing we’ve built is our workforce. And together, we will accomplish more than ever imagined. ™

We are Plasman. And we are One Driving Force.

Plasman is currently seeking a new member to join our Global Headquarters team as a(n):

Tooling Design Engineer, Coating

This position offers a compensation rate of $77,000 - $90,000 CDN, dependent on skills and experience.

This posting is for an existing, currently vacant position within Plasman.

Reporting to the Paint Design & Estimating Manager, the Tooling Design Engineer will work with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and plant personnel to ensure rack and carrier designs are functional, cost-effective, and meet safety, ergonomic, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop rack and carrier solutions for paint applications from concept through final release.

• Create technical drawings, part-mapping visuals, and supporting documentation to assist Quality, Operations, and supplier communication.

• Support estimating activities by preparing quotations for paint, masking, de-masking, and secondary operations.

• Participate in feasibility reviews and provide technical input for program planning, cost analysis, and design optimization.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, Sales, Estimating, and Plant Operations to ensure designs meet functional, ergonomic, and safety requirements.

• Liaise with suppliers and Purchasing on RFQs, prototype builds, design changes, and first-off approvals.

• Maintain and update rack and carrier design standards, lessons learned, and related technical and quote documentation.

• Ensure all designs comply with internal standards, ergonomics, health & safety, and legislative requirements.

• Travel to paint plants as required to support design implementation, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Provide guidance and support to plant-level personnel on design issues, process improvements, and problem-solving.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience We're Looking For

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.

• Experience in tooling, rack, carrier, or fixture design within a manufacturing environment; automotive or coating experience is an asset.

• Working knowledge of paint processes or demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply process requirements.

• Proficiency with CAD design tools (Keycreator preferred) and the ability to produce clear, accurate technical drawings.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.

Other Requirements

• Approachable and professional, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and accurate in design and documentation.

• Positive, team-focused mindset with a willingness to support others and contribute to continuous improvement.

Plasman uses artificial intelligence-supported tools as part of our recruitment and screening processes; all hiring decisions include human review and oversight.

Plasman values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. We invest in our people and give them the tools they need to achieve success in their career.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or have any questions, please contact HR.

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