Engineer, Tooling & Molds
Remote · Haiphong, Hai Phong, Vietnam
Job Summary
Lead mold design and development from concept through production release across VF footwear brands, applying a “design for quality” approach. Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure molds are functional, manufacturable, cost-effective, and aligned with brand aesthetics. Collaborate with tooling vendors and manufacturing partners to meet quality, cost, lead-time, and sustainability targets. Provide technical expertise on mold engineering and manufacturing processes (e.g., injection, compression) aligned with material selections. Execute mold trials, testing, and validation in close partnership with factories, Quality teams, and innovation partners. Support sustainability objectives by implementing low-impact tooling methods and aligning mold engineering activities with VF Responsible Materials policies. Travel to manufacturing partners in Asia and other regions to support mold development, troubleshooting, and production readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Materials Science, or related field
- Experience with mold vendors and manufacturing partners across Asia (e.g., China, Vietnam, Indonesia)
- Experience working with footwear mold/tooling engineering or component development, ideally within global brands, OEM factories or Supply Chain
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