Manager - VES CDMM

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

• Perform advanced Mould Flow Analysis focusing on optical plastics (PMMA, PC, PC+ABS), predicting potential moulding defects such as birefringence, stress concentrations, shrinkage, warpage, and surface quality issues critical for optical clarity.
• Conduct detailed Thermal Simulations to evaluate cooling efficiency, cycle time optimization, and thermal stresses within tooling and moulded parts, especially for transparent and optical-grade plastics.
• Collaborate closely with design and tooling teams to recommend design modifications that improve moldability, optical quality, and manufacturability of lighting components.
• Support tool trials by monitoring and analysing moulding conditions, optical quality, and dimensional accuracy; validate simulation predictions with physical trial results.
• Analyse tool trial data and troubleshoot process issues related to plastic flow, cooling, and part quality, with a focus on optical performance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of simulation models, trial data, and process improvements.
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, production, quality, and suppliers to integrate simulation-driven improvements into the product development and manufacturing process.
• Stay current with the latest developments in simulation tools, optical plastic behavior, and automotive lighting manufacturing technologies.

Experience

7-10years

Experience in Mould Flow Analysis with emphasis on optical plastics like PMMA, PC, PC+ABS.

Industry Preferred

Automotive Suppliers

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering/Plastics Engineering/Materials Science/thermal engineering / CIPET or related field.

General Requirements

• Experience using Moldflow, Moldex3D, or equivalent software for plastic injection molding simulations.
• Strong expertise in thermal simulation related to tooling and plastic molding.
• Hands-on experience with tool trials, molding optimization, and interpreting trial data.
• Familiarity with automotive lighting manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Knowledge of material behavior of optical plastics and its impact on product performance.
• Proficient with CAD software and other engineering tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.