Injection Molding Engineer, Lead

Cooper Standard; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Standard is seeking an engineering professional to lead special projects in injection molding and automated manufacturing. You will direct design reviews, procure tooling, develop engineers, and travel as needed to support operations.

Responsibilities include optimizing molding workcells, supplier tooling reviews, APQP support, PFMEA development, and maintaining lean practices while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with at least 4 years in an injection molding environment.
• Minimum 2 years in automated work cell environments and mold design review.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and leadership abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office; CAD skills (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify enhancements in molding/automation workcells for cost, quality, safety, and ergonomics.
• Troubleshoot quality and processing concerns on new tooling and equipment, and implement corrective action.
• Review new mold tooling designs with suppliers and provide specifications to meet requirements.
• Run off tooling at supplier, approve acceptance, and ship to Cooper; inspect tooling to specs.
• Support APQP for new products, develop PFMEAs, process flows, and WIP instructions.
• Actively support production to minimize downtime and resolve issues quickly.
• Contribute to product design with DFM considerations and customer requirements.
• Support Quality and Environmental Management Systems and lean initiatives.
• Lead validation trials, feasibility studies, and performance testing of processes.
• Develop specifications, tooling, processes, and training materials.

Skills

Mechatronics

Manufacturing engineering

Project management

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Automated work cell experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary:

Responsible for special projects and related engineering assistance in support of Injection Molding and Automated manufacturing operations. Leads design reviews, development and procurement of molding/automation equipment and tooling. Provides direction and development other mold and automation engineers. Some travel may be required.

Job Description

Position Summary:

Responsible for special projects and related engineering assistance in support of Injection Molding and Automated manufacturing operations. Leads design reviews, development and procurement of molding/automation equipment and tooling. Provides direction and development other mold and automation engineers. Some travel may be required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue potential enhancements in new or existing molding/automation workcells that would result in cost savings, quality, safety, and ergonomic improvements. Troubleshoot quality and processing concerns on new tooling and equipment, then implement correction action.
• Reviewing and approving new mold tooling designs with suppliers and providing specifications to suppliers to meet our equipment and manufacturing requirements.
• Run off new tooling and equipment at supplier location, approving for acceptance and shipping to Cooper. Inspect and verify incoming tooling and equipment to ensure they meet original build specifications.
• Supports APQP development for new products, completing Claus and Enterproj tasks as assigned by programs. Including development of PFMEA’s, Process Flows and BTO Work Instructions.
• Must actively support production, resolving issues as they arise, to minimize downtime.
• Contribute to product design during the development stage to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principals, customer functional, and aesthetic requirements are considered.
• Supports the Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
• Leads validation trials, feasibility studies, design tests for performance of processes and materials.
• Assists with development of specifications, new tools, processes and training procedures.
• Utilizes disciplined and proven problem-solving techniques to determine root cause analysis for equipment downtime and customer complaints and develops permanent corrective actions.
• Champions scrap reduction activities in assigned area of responsibility. Supports, contributes, and demonstrates lean manufacturing principles in work area.
• Continuously works toward achieving goals and measurables of the facility.
• Complies with policies, procedures, and facility standards in ISO14001, ISO45001, IATF 16949, including safety and environmental guidelines.
• Required to be on call and responsive to production support needs of the facility
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description

Education And Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering discipline with minimum 4 years directly related experience in an injection molding manufacturing facility or substantial injection molding experience with proven capabilities. Minimum 2 years of experience in Automated work cell environment and mold design review and approvals.
• Above average mechanical aptitude
• MS Office Proficient
• CAD software experience (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• Ability to analyze equipment and processes in an industrial environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment/Work Conditions

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Position Type

Regular

Additional Information

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [e-mail] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Remote Status

On-site