Lead Injection Moulding Expert for Sustainable Plastics

Wavin; Dedemsvaart; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Wavin, part of Orbia Building & Infrastructure, in the Netherlands as an Injection Moulding Expert. You will drive polymer processing innovations, lead moulding projects, and support product development from specification to production.

You will liaise with suppliers, run simulations, and interpret results to optimize designs while traveling internationally 10–20% of the time. A strong background in polymer engineering and 7+ years of hands-on moulding experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or University degree in 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.
• Willingness to travel internationally (~ 10-20%).
• Fluent verbal & writing skills in English; good German language skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 to improve product and mould designs.
• Liaise with machine suppliers and mould makers to identify new areas for business growth.
• Develop and utilize insights on trends in injection moulding technologies and propose new projects or directions.
• Lead injection moulding technology related development projects.
• Work independently and/or with others to meet business goals.

Skills

Injection moulding expertise

Polymer processing

Project management

Team leadership

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Polymer Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

Join Wavin, part of Orbia Building & Infrastructure, in the Netherlands as an Injection Moulding Expert. You will drive polymer processing innovations, lead moulding projects, and support product development from specification to production.

You will liaise with suppliers, run simulations, and interpret results to optimize designs while traveling internationally 10–20% of the time. A strong background in polymer engineering and 7+ years of hands-on moulding experience are essential.