Supplier Development Engineer - Plastics SME

Proclinical; Zug; Sur place; CHF 78 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Proclinical is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer with expertise in plastics and injection molding to join a dynamic team in MA. The role focuses on acting as the SME for tooling and part design, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to optimize processes and improve quality.

The candidate will drive mold tooling development, implement advanced molding technologies, and lead cross-functional efforts to scale high-volume medical device production while managing risk and maintaining

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required in plastics/related field.
• Expertise in plastics injection mold tooling and part design.
• Knowledge of silicone manufacturing processes and scientific injection molding.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and risk assessment/mitigation planning.
• Strong communication and collaboration across engineering, operations, and suppliers.
• Ability to lead tooling programs and navigate ambiguity in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with injection molding processes, medical polymers, silicone processing methods, and cavity pressure sensors.
• Familiarity with injection molding cells, machines, tools, hot runner systems, automation, and vision systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management software.
• Six Sigma experience or certification is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsabilités

• Serve as the plastics SME for injection molding tooling and part design.
• Guide suppliers on optimizing silicone parts and tooling for scalable manufacturing.
• Use DF(M) programs to standardize and optimize tools.
• Conduct mold flow analyses, create risk assessment reports, propose design improvements.
• Review and refine plastic part designs for manufacturability.
• Develop standardized tool management systems, including acceptance processes and BOMs.
• Plan and execute tool kick-offs based on production ramp-up needs.
• Collaborate with commodity managers to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Participate in DFM projects to scale operations efficiently.
• Work with suppliers to improve molding processes for plastics components.
• Promote cavity pressure technology across the global supply base.
• Specify and review designs for equipment, tooling, materials, and parts.
• Apply advanced engineering to solve molding challenges.
• Lead design and implementation of complete molding cells with automation and vision inspection.
• Stay updated on molding tech and propose innovative solutions.
• Ensure suppliers have accurate prints and BOMs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Injection molding tooling

Part design in plastics

Root cause analysis

Risk assessment/mitigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership of tooling programs

Knowledge of medical polymers

Automation & vision systems

MS Office & project management tools

Six Sigma

Willingness to travel (15-25%)

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, Manufacturing)

Outils

MS Office

Project management software

Description du poste

Supplier Development Engineer - Contract - Acton, MA

Are you an injection molding expert ready to shape the future of medical device manufacturing through cutting-edge tooling, automation, and process innovation?

Proclinical is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer with expertise in plastics and injection molding to join a dynamic team in MA.

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert (SME) for injection molding tooling and part design, collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce lead times, and enhance product quality.

This position requires hands-on involvement in developing robust injection molding solutions, driving process improvements, and implementing cutting-edge technologies to support high-volume medical device production.

Skills & Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field).
• Expertise in plastics injection mold tooling and part design.
• Knowledge of silicone manufacturing processes and scientific injection molding.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis and risk assessment/mitigation planning.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across engineering, operations, and supplier teams.
• Ability to lead tooling programs and navigate ambiguity in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with injection molding processes, medical polymers, silicone processing methods, and cavity pressure sensors.
• Familiarity with injection molding cells, machines, tools, hot runner systems, automation, and vision systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management software.
• Six Sigma process improvement experience or certification is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (15-25%, up to 40% as needed).

The Supplier Development Engineer's responsibilities will be:

• Serve as the plastics SME for injection molding tooling and part design.
• Provide guidance to suppliers on optimizing silicone parts and tooling for scalable manufacturing.
• Utilize tooling design and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) programs to standardize and optimize tools.
• Conduct mold flow analyses, create risk assessment reports, and propose design improvements.
• Review and refine plastic part designs for optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Develop and implement standardized systems and policies for tool management, including acceptance processes, design specifications, and lessons learned.
• Plan and execute tool kick-offs based on component demands and production ramp-up needs.
• Collaborate with commodity managers to identify cost-saving initiatives.
• Actively participate in DFM projects to support efficient scaling of operations.
• Work closely with suppliers to understand and improve manufacturing processes for plastic components.
• Promote the use of cavity pressure technology across the global supply base.
• Specify and review designs for equipment, tooling, materials, and part designs.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to solve technical challenges related to molding.
• Lead the design and implementation of complete molding cells, including automation and vision inspection systems.
• Stay updated on advancements in molding technology and propose innovative solutions.
• Ensure suppliers have accurate prints and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Perform other duties as assigned.