Injection Molding Applications Engineer — DFM & RFQ

Xometry; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Maternity leave

EAP

Job summary

Xometry is seeking a driven Application Engineer, Injection Molding in Santa Monica, CA. You will serve as a bridge between customers, sales, and engineering, addressing RFQs, providing DFM feedback, and shaping custom solutions for aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and more.

You will work with SolidWorks, Inventor, and Magics to ensure manufacturability, engage customers to clarify requirements, and collaborate with Applications Engineering and Sales to deliver quotes and solutions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a technology field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with or willingness to learn 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, Magics) and 2D drawing review.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude to grasp manufacturing technologies.
• Customer-service oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Vocational training or direct experience in injection molding is highly desired.
• Familiarity with die casting, stamping and metal extrusion is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and prepare RFQs from RFQ documents, 3D CAD files, and 2D drawings.
• Proactively engage with customers to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform technical review and quoting with DFM feedback and internal tools.
• File modifications and repairs using SolidWorks, Inventor, or Magics for manufacturability.
• Maintain and update quote databases in real-time for accuracy.
• Respond to service requests via ZenDesk and email, escalating when needed.
• Collaborate with Applications Engineering and Sales to package custom requests.

Skills

3D CAD

2D drawings

Customer service

Communication

Injection molding experience

Education

Associate degree or higher in technology field

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Magics

Job description

Xometry is seeking a driven Application Engineer, Injection Molding in Santa Monica, CA. You will serve as a bridge between customers, sales, and engineering, addressing RFQs, providing DFM feedback, and shaping custom solutions for aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and more.

You will work with SolidWorks, Inventor, and Magics to ensure manufacturability, engage customers to clarify requirements, and collaborate with Applications Engineering and Sales to deliver quotes and solutions.