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    "description": "<h2>About ITT:</h2>\n<p>ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) is a diversified global leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions serving the flow, aerospace and defense, transportation, industrial, and energy markets. Through operational execution, innovation, and disciplined capital deployment, including strategic acquisitions such as SPX FLOW, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life. </p>\n<p>Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, ITT has a market cap of roughly $20 billion and employs more than 15,000 people across 40 countries and serves customers in approximately 125 countries. Following the acquisition of SPX FLOW, the company is expected to generate $5.4 billion in annual revenue.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA: </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Flow Technologies:</strong> A global leader in, providing a broad portfolio of pumps, valves, mixing and agitation equipment, heat transfer, homogenizers, separation, water and wastewater treatment, and engineered process solutions.Our leading brands include the iconic <strong>Goulds Pumps</strong> (with more than 175 years of history), <strong>Anhydro, APV, Bornemann, Bran+Luebbe, C’treat, Engineered Valves, Gerstenberg Schröder, Habonim, Johnson Pump, Lightnin, Philadelphia, Plenty, PRO Cast, Rheinhütte, Seital Separation, Stelzer, Svanehøj, Tigerholm, Uutechnic, VIDAR, Waukesha Cherry-Burrell.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Motion Technologies:</strong> A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include <strong>Friction Technologies, KONI </strong>and <strong>Axtone.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Connect and Control Technologies: </strong>A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include<strong> ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls</strong> and <strong>kSARIA. </strong></p>\n<h2>Position Summary</h2>\n<p>The NPI Mold Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new injection molds, tooling, and manufacturing processes that support the launch of new Mil/Aero interconnect products at ITT Cannon. This role ensures that connector components—particularly high‑precision molded insulators, inserts, seals, and other engineered polymer parts—are tooled and manufactured to meet rigorous industry standards (MIL‑DTL, AS9100) and customer requirements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The engineer plays a key role in cross‑functional NPI teams and supports concept development, DFM/DFA, mold flow simulation, tooling validation, and production readiness activities.</p>\n<h2>Essential Responsibilities</h2>\n<p><strong>Mold & Tooling Design</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Design high‑precision injection molds (single- and multi‑cavity) for thermoplastic, thermoset, and elastomer components used in Mil/Aero connector products.</li>\n <li>Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and specification packages using CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, NX preferred).</li>\n <li>Conduct DFM/DFA analysis to ensure mold designs support manufacturability, dimensional accuracy, and long‑term tooling reliability.</li>\n <li>Perform mold flow analysis using Moldflow, Sigmasoft, or equivalent software to assess gate location, fill patterns, warp, cooling, venting, and material behavior.</li>\n <li>Collaborate with internal tooling shops and external toolmakers to refine designs and ensure tooling feasibility.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Participate in gate reviews, project planning, and cross‑functional NPI engineering meetings.</li>\n <li>Translate product design intent into robust tooling concepts and manufacturing solutions.</li>\n <li>Define material selections, molding parameters, and processing requirements for new connector components.</li>\n <li>Support prototyping, sample builds, and EVT/DVT/PVT phases.</li>\n <li>Drive part qualification activities including FAI, PPAP, capability studies, and mold validation protocols.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Manufacturing Support</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to troubleshoot tooling, part quality, and molding issues.</li>\n <li>Optimize cycle times, cooling performance, and mold longevity through design improvements.</li>\n <li>Support molding trials, including tool tuning, vent adjustments, gating changes, and dimensional improvements.</li>\n <li>Provide training and technical support to mold technicians and operators during ramp‑up and SOP transitions.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Quality & Compliance</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Ensure mold and part designs align with Mil/Aero standards (MIL‑DTL, AS9100) and ITT Cannon design guidelines.</li>\n <li>Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling or part defects.</li>\n <li>Maintain accurate documentation, design records, and revision histories in accordance with quality system requirements.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Position Requirements</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling Engineering, or related field.</li>\n <li>3+ years of experience in injection mold design, preferably in precision components or connector industry.</li>\n <li>Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX).</li>\n <li>Experience with mold flow simulation tools.</li>\n <li>Solid understanding of mold design principles: gating, venting, cooling, shrinkage, tolerancing, and material flow.</li>\n <li>Hands‑on experience with high‑temperature engineering resins (PEEK, PPS, LCP), thermosets, or elastomers.</li>\n <li>Familiarity with GD&T, ASME Y14.5, and precision tooling tolerances.</li>\n <li>Experience in NPI processes, product validation, and manufacturing readiness.</li>\n <li>Travel periodically, up to 20%</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Preferred:</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Prior experience supporting Mil/Aero, Defense, or highly regulated industries.</li>\n <li>Knowledge of MIL‑DTL connector families (38999, 26482, 5015, etc.).</li>\n <li>Experience with AS9100 environments and FAI/PPAP documentation.</li>\n <li>Understanding of high‑performance tooling steels, coatings, and mold maintenance practices.</li>\n <li>Experience managing external tool shops or offshore tooling vendors.</li>\n <li>Strong problem‑solving skills using 8D, DMAIC, or similar methodologies.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Key Competencies</p>\n<ul>\n <li>Technical design expertise</li>\n <li>Strong attention to detail</li>\n <li>Cross‑functional communication</li>\n <li>Project management & organization</li>\n <li>Root-cause analysis & troubleshooting</li>\n <li>Ability to work independently and in team settings</li>\n <li>Continuous improvement mindset</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Equal Pay Act Statement</h2>We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.\n<h2>Equal Pay Act Range</h2>Annual Salary Range is from $115,100.00 to $171,900.00, plus benefits & incentive plan.",
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