Process Engineer - Injection Molding (Penang)

ESCATEC Group; Penang; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Penang is seeking a Process Engineer (Injection Molding) responsible for optimizing and debugging plastic injection molding parameters. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, a minimum of 2 years of experience in plastic engineering, and strong problem-solving skills. You will join a dynamic team focused on innovation and quality in manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in plastic engineering.
• Conversant in various engineering processes and design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold trial operations and optimize injection molding parameters.
• Ensure injection molding processes meet quality specifications.
• Coordinate daily audits for engineering processes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or Equivalent

Tools

Injection Molding Processes

Box Build Assembly

Plastic Tool, Jig and Fixture design concepts

PFMEA

Process Validation

SPC and Control Plan

Job description

About Us

We specialize in designing and manufacturing high-grade electronics and electro‑mechanical solutions for disruptive Industrial, Medical, and Transportation OEMs. With a commitment to innovation and quality, we strive to deliver exceptional products that meet the highest standards. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and providing our clients with cutting‑edge solutions that drive their success. Join us and be a part of a dynamic company that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

The Role

The Process Engineer (Injection Molding), is responsible for performing mold trial operations, debug and optimize plastic injection molding parameters.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing mold trial operations, debug and optimize plastic injection molding parameters.
• Identify and ensure all manufacturing needs for new product in development to the finished results.
• Plan and coordinate daily audit for engineering processes, tool set up & part buy off etc.
• Ensure injection‑molding process are optimize and quality meet specifications required.
• Maintain process parameter control for every machine and mold set up.
• Reduce variability in manufacturing by providing standard work methods and work instructions.
• Responsible for summarizing and keep the records of trial model parameters, analyse, summarize of trial model process, promotion of optimization plan.
• Responsible for formulating technical standards for plastic injection molding process, improvement of production process, improvement of product performance and structure, including the compilation of process instructions.
• Prepare process documents such as standard parameter, Work Instructions.
• Analysing all facets of production and making recommendations for improvement.
• Liaising with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labour required.
• Investigate problems analyse root cause and drive resolution.
• Develop and improve molding processes for new and existing products.
• Check, lead and person in charge for Process related documents, audit both internal and external.
• Lead a group of mold setters for Production related process and Process technicians for NPI, new product testing.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or Equivalent.
• Minimum 2 Years of experience in plastic engineering.
• Conversant in Injection Molding Processes, Box Build Assembly, Plastic Tool, Jig and Fixture design concepts, PFMEA, Process Validation, SPC and Control Plan.
• Critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.