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OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Capable of working from blueprints and/or CAD models to construct, alter, or repair tooling ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Capable of working from blueprints and/or CAD models to construct, alter, or repair tooling ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

Texas Injection Molding

Senior Mold Maker

Houston, TX · On-site

Aid in the mold design and building of new injection molds, fixtures and other tooling related ... Experience with CNC machining and programming * Qualified as a Journeyman Mold Maker. * Have ...

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How much do internship injection mold design engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship injection mold design engineer in the United States is $22.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Injection Mold Design Engineer vs Injection Mold Design Engineer?

AspectInternship Injection Mold Design EngineerInjection Mold Design Engineer
QualificationsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's or higher in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
ExperienceLimited or no professional experience, internship-basedProfessional experience in mold design, typically 2+ years
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, training settings, supervised tasksFull-time engineering teams, project-based work
CertificationsNot required, but relevant coursework or certifications helpfulProfessional certifications like CAD or mold design courses often preferred

The main difference between an Internship Injection Mold Design Engineer and an Injection Mold Design Engineer lies in experience and responsibility. Interns are typically students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience under supervision, while full engineers have established skills and handle independent project work. Internships serve as training pathways, whereas engineers are responsible for designing and managing mold projects independently.

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Tool Maker - Injection Mold

Tool Maker - Injection Mold

Abstrakt Marketing Group LLC

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

$35/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Description

Toolmaker - Injection Mold
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Pay: $35/hour (negotiable based on experience)
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM


About ACO Plastics

ACO Plastics is a unique, growth-oriented plastics manufacturer operating as "two companies in one." We design and manufacture our own food service products while also partnering directly with customers to develop new plastic products from concept to production.

Our team values creativity, hands-on innovation, and ownership. Employees enjoy real autonomy, strong retention (10+ year average tenure), and the opportunity to work closely with leadership. If you want freedom to build, create, and problem-solve - this is the place.


Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on Injection Mold Toolmaker to join our in-house team immediately. This role is 100% onsite and ideal for someone with strong design, CNC, and CAD experience who takes pride in precision craftsmanship and creative problem-solving.

You will be responsible for designing, building, modifying, and maintaining injection molds that directly impact product quality and production efficiency.


Key Responsibilities
  • Design, build, repair, and modify injection molds for plastic part production
  • Program and operate CNC equipment (Mazak or equivalent)
  • Utilize CAD/CAM software to support mold design and toolpath development
  • Machine precision components using CNC mills, manual mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM
  • Troubleshoot tooling and part-quality issues using root-cause analysis
  • Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, mold layouts, and part specifications
  • Collaborate directly with engineering on DFM recommendations and product improvements
  • Support mold sampling, validation, and production optimization
  • Maintain tooling documentation and revisions
Compensation & Benefits
  • $35/hour (negotiable based on experience)
  • 50% employer-paid medical insurance
  • 60% employer-paid dental insurance
  • IRA with 3% company match
  • 8 paid holidays per year
  • 40 hours of vacation (increases 10 hours per year up to 120 hours)
  • Company events and team parties
  • Tool replacement support/advances

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications
  • Strong mold design experience
  • CNC machining and programming experience
  • CAD/CAM proficiency
  • 5+ years of injection mold toolmaking experience in a plastics or manufacturing environment
  • Solid understanding of mold construction, gating, cooling, steel selection, and tolerances
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


Preferred Experience
  • High-cavitation molds and hot runner systems
  • Mold flow analysis or simulation software
  • Experience optimizing injection molding cycles and materials
  • Experience working in high-volume production environments

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