Injection Moulding Expert

Wavin; Dedemsvaart; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wavin in the Netherlands is seeking an Injection Moulding Expert to join the Technology & Innovation team. You will apply advanced plastics processing knowledge to drive product innovation and sustainable solutions.

This role leads moulding projects, collaborates with suppliers, and translates customer needs into robust moulding solutions. Travel internationally and communicate fluently in English; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or University degree in Mechanical or Polymer Engineering.
• Proven track record in injection moulding and plastic processing.
• 7+ years of experience leading injection moulding projects, incl. team management.
• High independence, strong teamwork, and self-motivation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication in English; German skills are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally (10–20%).

Responsibilities

• Provide plastics injection moulding expertise to support product innovation.
• Support process from machine and mould specs to part production at sites.
• Perform simulations and interpret results to improve designs.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify growth opportunities in injection moulding.
• Lead technology development projects and drive new directions.
• Work independently or with others to meet business goals.

Skills

Injection moulding

Polymer processing

Project management

Team leadership

English

German

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor or University degree in Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Engineering

Job description

Join Orbia Building & Infrastructure (Wavin), where purpose comes to life.

At Wavin, we advance life around the world by building healthy, sustainable environments. From improving access to clean drinking water to creating climate-resilient cities, our solutions help tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges.

We are looking for an Injection Moulding Expert to join our Technology & Innovation team in the Netherlands. If you're passionate about polymer processing, innovation, and sustainable solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

As the Injection Moulding Expert you’re working at the front line of building a sustainable future. Your polymer processing knowledge will be of paramount importance to drive our innovations and business growth. You will be part of the exiting journey to develop solutions to make our cities and buildings more climate proof with solutions that contribute to a circular economy. You will be responsible to create and implement innovative solutions for customer pains and other challenging opportunities, based on extensive knowledge of polymer processing in combination with good understanding of business needs. A challenging position to make a difference and ample possibilities to develop yourself. You will hierarchically report to the Technology Manager of Wavin T&I.

Your wide-ranging role

• Provide plastics injection moulding expertise, in-depth plastics processing know-how and scientific processing principles to support product innovation projects;
• Support the entire process from machine & mould specifications to part production at manufacturing locations;
• Perform computer simulations and interpret results in order to improve product and mould designs;
• Liaise with machine suppliers and mould makers to identify new areas for business growth through (advanced) injection moulding techniques;
• Develop and utilize insights on trends in relevant injection moulding and mould technologies and propose new projects or directions (out of box thinker);
• Lead injection moulding technology related development projects;
• Work both independently and/or collectively on projects to meet business goals;

Your expert profile

• A Bachelor or University degree in the field of Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Engineering, with a focus on polymer processing;
• Proven track record in injection moulding know-how and innovative plastic processing solutions;
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in executing and managing injection moulding related projects, incl. team and project management;
• High level of independency, good team-building skills and a high level of self-motivation;
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving capabilities (incl. trouble shooting);
• Outstanding communication and personal skills;
• Willingness to travel internationally (~ 10-20%);
• Fluent verbal & writing skills in English language; good German language skills

What We Offer

At Wavin, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by contributing to sustainable solutions for the world's water, climate and infrastructure challenges. You'll join a collaborative international team that values innovation, diversity and continuous development. In return, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with opportunities to grow your career in a purpose-driven organization.

About Wavin

Wavin, Orbia's Building & Infrastructure business, develops innovative solutions that help create healthy, sustainable environments around the world. With more than 11,000 employees, 65 production sites and operations in over 80 countries, we work alongside customers and communities to improve water management, sanitation, urban resilience and living environments.