Injection Molding Engineer

Top Quality Recruitment (TQR); Rohnert Park (CA); Presencial; USD 110 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) is seeking an Associate-level engineer specialized in injection molding to lead process development on multi-cavity molds and insert molding. The role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration with R&D, Regulatory, Supply Chain and Marketing to ensure robust production and qualification of molded components.

You will apply tools such as Mold Flow, DoE, GDT, and SPC, mentor teams, and help design tooling and prototypes for production or experimental use.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field with at least 3 years in injection molding.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding on multi-cavity molds and insert molding.
• Solid understanding of plastic part design and molding guidelines.
• Experience with process simulation tools (Mold Flow) and interpreting engineering docs.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in setting up robust injection molding processes on multi-cavity molds and insert molding.
• Develop and maintain relationships with R&D, ME, Quality Operations, Supply Chain, and Regulatory.
• Coordinate supplier qualification activities (PPAP, IQ, OQ, PQ, DOE).
• Use CAD/CAM design tools and Mold Flow simulation.
• Collect metrics and data for mold operations and SPC.
• Provide mentoring and design guidance for injection molding tooling and cable designs.

Conhecimentos

Cross-functional leadership

DOE

GDT knowledge

Gage R&R

SPC

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Ferramentas

RJG Master Molder

Mold Flow analysis

CAD/CAM design tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Key Activities

• Assist in setting up robust injection molding processes on multi-cavity molds and insert molding
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with functional groups (R&D, ME, Quality Operations, Supply Chain, and Regulatory)
• Experienced in the ability to partner and coordinate supplier qualification activities (PPAP, IQ, OQ, PQ, DOE, etc.) to meet the requirements of the application
• Understands limits/fits, tolerance stack‑up analysis. Highly experienced in Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing (GDT) and application for inspection setup and tolerancing allowances of molded components
• Proficient in generating qualification requirements and reports for injection‑molded components
• Use and understanding of Statistical Tools (DoE, Gage R&R, SPC)
• Provide mentoring, training, and design guidance in the development and deployment of injection molding tooling, and for successful cable designs
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with team members (i.e., R&D, Regulatory, Suppliers/Contract Manufacturers, Marketing, Biocompatibility, and Operations)
• Designs, develops, and implements injection mold machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production, and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements
• Shall use CAD/CAM design tools and simulation software (Mold Flow analysis)
• Collects and provides metrics, data for mold operations and SPC
• Adheres to company best practices for design and process control methodologies for all production tooling

Preferred Skills

• Experienced leader of cross‑functional teams, including R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, Sourcing, and Supply Chain through qualification processes
• Is familiar with RJG Master Molder (or equivalent) and Design of Experiments for mold

Educations & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field with a minimum of 3 years of experience in injection molding process development.
• Strong understanding of injection molding processes on multi-cavity molds and insert molding.
• Solid understanding of Plastic Part Design, Injection Molding Guidelines.
• Experience with process simulation and analysis tools, and the ability to interpret engineering documents, including Mold Flow.
• Knowledge of both Crystalline & Amorphous plastics (examples include polycarbonate, acrylic, PVC, Nylon, and Copolyesters).

TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest and appreciate the time and effort involved; however, due to the large volume of resumes received only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing and Engineering

Industries

Plastics Manufacturing