Engineer III – Injection Molding

System One; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One is hiring an Engineer III – Injection Molding in Lakewood, CO to influence design, development, and production of next‑generation medical devices. You will lead highly automated plastics processes, drive process improvements, and ensure cost performance in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years of experience, GMP exposure, and strong knowledge of molding, tooling, and regulatory requirements. Safety and quality are central to this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Two years of GMP manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding, plastics processing, tooling, and assembly.
• Hands-on injection molding setup and process development experience.
• Knowledge of mold design, construction, and maintenance.
• Experience with mold flow simulation reviews and design for manufacturability.
• Understanding of polymer behaviors (ABS, PVC, polypropylene, polyethylene, nylon).
• Familiarity with FDA/regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and on-site troubleshooting; strong communication.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead projects and provide technical leadership for manufacturing initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, vendors, contractors, and mold makers.
• Support safety, regulatory compliance, and KPI objectives.

Skills

Injection molding

GMP manufacturing

Process development

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Mold flow simulation

Job description

Job Title: Engineer III – Injection Molding

Location: Lakewood, Colorado

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $105,800.00 – $132,300.00

Schedule: Monday – Friday Day hours

Overview

A global leader in medical device manufacturing is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. In this high-impact role, you will directly influence the design, development, and production of next-generation medical devices while serving as the technical expert for complex, highly automated plastics manufacturing processes. You will lead the implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement of injection molding operations, driving improvements in product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and overall cost performance in a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead projects and provide technical leadership for manufacturing initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, vendors, contractors, and mold makers.
• Support safety, regulatory compliance, and KPI objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, preferably Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience.
• Two years of GMP manufacturing experience required.
• Strong understanding of injection molding, plastics processing, tooling, and assembly.
• Hands‑on injection molding set‑up and process development experience.
• Knowledge of mold design, construction, and maintenance.
• Experience with mold flow simulation reviews and design for manufacturability.
• Deep understanding of polymer behaviors (ABS, PVC, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, Nylon).
• Familiarity with FDA/regulatory requirements.
• Excellent technical problem‑solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues onsite.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Physical ability to support lab and manufacturing environments, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working in tight spaces.

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System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.