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Solidworks Parts Designer

Solidworks Parts Designer

JARBOGrain Valley, MO, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Full-time, on-site in Grain Valley, MO. Own CAD design for extrusion blow molds, trim tools, and fixtures supporting plastics production. Salary $50,000–$100,000.

Key Responsibilities – SolidWorks Engineer / Designer

  • Model blow molds, neck finishes, pinch areas, and parting lines in SolidWorks.
  • Create 2D drawings, GD&T, BOMs, and ECOs for machining and assembly.
  • Design trim tools, fixtures, EOAT, and gauge solutions for plastics lines.
  • DFM reviews with machinists and process techs; iterate for cycle time and scrap reduction.
  • Release CAM-ready files and drawing packs to the shop; support build issues.
  • Tolerance stack-ups, material callouts, and cooling channel layouts.
  • Coordinate vendor quotes for heat treat, coatings, and components.
  • Support trials, first-article, and PPAP documentation.
  • Maintain revision control and file hygiene per PDM standards.

Qualifications – SolidWorks Engineer / Designer

  • 3+ years with SolidWorks for mold / tooling or complex machined parts.
  • Proven extrusion blow molding or plastics tooling experience.
  • Strong GD&T per ASME Y14.5; 2D detailing and tolerancing.
  • Experience collaborating with CNC machinists / toolmakers.
  • Working knowledge of aluminum and tool steel grades for molds.
  • Preferred Qualifications – SolidWorks Engineer / Designer

  • CAM handoff experience; basic understanding of toolpaths and fixturing.
  • Exposure to injection or thermoforming molds, manifolds, and cooling design.
  • PDM or PLM usage; ECO workflows.
  • Hands-on fit-and-finish or tryout support.
  • Basic FEA or mold flow review experience.
  • What We Offer – SolidWorks Engineer / Designer

  • Salary : $50,000–$100,000 base
  • Medical, dental, vision; 401(k) with match; paid time off; paid holidays.
  • Day shift, on-site shop collaboration; limited travel (≤10%).
  • Tools : SolidWorks, PDM; access to modern CNC machining resources.
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