FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of a Tooling Jr. Engineer?
The primary responsibility of a Tooling Jr. Engineer is to make and repair intricate injection molding tools, fixtures, dies, gauges, and molds, working from drawings, sketches, or models to achieve close tolerances.
What types of tools and equipment will I be working with?
You will be using a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments to construct, repair, and fabricate tools, gauges, and molds.
Is previous experience required for this position?
While specific experience may be preferred, the job generally requires knowledge and skills relevant to machine shop operations, and candidates may be considered based on their education and technical abilities.
Will I be leading other staff members in this role?
Yes, you may serve as a group leader on projects when required and provide direction to other staff members, assisting the Supervisor in the scheduling of work.
Are there opportunities for design revisions in this position?
Yes, the Tooling Jr. Engineer is expected to recommend revisions in design and/or substitutions in materials based on “machine-ability” or fabrication challenges encountered.
Does this job involve quality control measures?
Yes, monitoring and verifying quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures is a part of the responsibilities.
What knowledge is required to perform effectively in this job?
Candidates should possess the ability to read and write in English, interpret safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals, and blueprints, as well as perform basic math and execute work instructions.
Is training provided for this role?
While specific training details are not provided, the job requires the candidate to have a foundational knowledge, and on-the-job training may be offered to develop necessary skills.
What safety protocols are included in this position?
The Tooling Jr. Engineer is expected to support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
Are there any specific requirements for the application process?
Applicants should be cautious of fraud, and Jabil conducts all communications through its official job portal and jabil.com email addresses without requesting personal identifying information during the hiring process.
