Location
pinetown
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 12, 2026
Job Description
The impact you’ll have
Drive end-to-end tooling design, from concept through to production-ready precision
Design multi-cavity injection moulds and complex metal press tools that optimise cycle time and manufacturability
Lead the development of progression dies, including strip layouts and forming strategies
Apply simulation and DFM methodologies to eliminate risk before it reaches the toolroom
Act as the critical link between design and manufacturing, resolving real-time challenges during tool build
Influence the full lifecycle of tooling, from T1 trials to continuous improvement and redesign
What sets you apart
You don’t just understand tooling—you anticipate behaviour, material response, and production realities. You know that a successful design is one that performs consistently under pressure, not just on screen.
Proven experience designing both plastic injection moulds and metal press tools
Strong background in progression tooling a...
Drive end-to-end tooling design, from concept through to production-ready precision
Design multi-cavity injection moulds and complex metal press tools that optimise cycle time and manufacturability
Lead the development of progression dies, including strip layouts and forming strategies
Apply simulation and DFM methodologies to eliminate risk before it reaches the toolroom
Act as the critical link between design and manufacturing, resolving real-time challenges during tool build
Influence the full lifecycle of tooling, from T1 trials to continuous improvement and redesign
What sets you apart
You don’t just understand tooling—you anticipate behaviour, material response, and production realities. You know that a successful design is one that performs consistently under pressure, not just on screen.
Proven experience designing both plastic injection moulds and metal press tools
Strong background in progression tooling a...
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