Injection Molding Engineer (NPI / LSR)

MeHow Medical (M) Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device manufacturer in Penang is seeking a professional to oversee the NPI process for plastic injection molded components. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in injection molding and holds a diploma or degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include leading trials and optimizing processes to ensure compliance with quality standards. Competitive package and hands-on role in a dynamic environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in plastic injection molding or related field.
• Understanding of 5S Management, QMS, ISO 13485 procedures and requirements.
• Knowledge of mechanical / electrical control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end NPI process for plastic injection molded components.
• Plan and execute mold trials and validation runs.
• Develop and optimize injection molding parameters and process documentation.

Skills

Management

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Injection molding

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Few positions available under Molding Engineering section:

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end NPI process for plastic injection molded components and assemblies.
• Plan and execute mold trials (T0, T1, etc.) and validation runs (IQ, OQ, PQ) to qualify tools and processes.
• Develop and optimize injection molding parameters and process documentation (WI, SOP, etc.).
• Work with tooling engineers, process engineers, and QA to resolve dimensional, cosmetic, or functional issues.
• Identify and mitigate risks during the product ramp-up.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and ensure successful project handover to mass production.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on lessons learned from NPI cycles.
• Analyze trial reports, implement corrective actions, and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards (ISO, FDA, etc. as applicable).
• Provide training and support for production engineers and technicians.
• Experience with setting up molds and silicone processing for injection molding machines and automated equipment.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly and annual maintenance of all LSR machinery, equipment and systems.
• Monitors and corrects efficiencies of processes.
• Train employees on jobs and perform machine/mold setups.
• Troubleshoots process and machine issues and repairs/corrects findings.
• Implement and maintain SIM (Scientific Injection Molding) where appropriate.
• Pulls, cleans, measures screws and barrels as required – maintaining updated/accurate database.
• Develop and manage validation protocols and reports (IQ/OQ/PQ) and provide objective evidence that equipment, processes, test methods, and product meet requirements and are compliant with regulations.
• Generate and maintain documentation for all internal manufacturing processes.
• Responsible to head up test mold progress, perform test mold failure analysis and take lead to improve or overcome new tooling issue before mass production.
• Responsible to establish and maintain technical documentation of new and existing products.
• Responsible to analyze, follow up, troubleshooting new trial run or mass production product issues caused by technical settings.
• Responsible to improve production injection molding quality, cycle time and efficiency through process parameter optimization.
• Coordinate internal related matters for mold, production equipment maintenance and repair.
• Supervise injection technicians to follow up job progress and product quality. Assist QE engineer in the first article inspection submission.
• Accountable for the assignment and performance of subordinates.
• Responsible to handle injection technician daily tasks and work schedule.
• Organize technical training and mentoring of relevant injection technical skills.
• Responsible for injection engineering 7S activity and safe working environment, maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in plastic injection molding or related field.
• Understanding of 5S Management, QMS, ISO 13485 procedures and requirements.
• Knowledge of mechanical / electrical control.
• Ability to manage a group of people.
• Must be willing to hands-on and work in plastic injection molding environment.