Manufacturing Engineer I – Molding & Assembly

Quest Medical Inc.; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson MEDICAL in the United States seeks a Manufacturing Engineer I - Molding & Assembly to support disposable product lines, focusing on molded plastic and silicone components and assembly technologies like ultrasonic welding and adhesive dispensing.

You will partner with external injection molding and silicone suppliers to support process capability, component quality, and design for manufacturability, while aiding internal assembly operations and CAPA activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a engineering discipline related to manufacturing or medical devices.
• 1–3 years engineering experience in manufacturing or regulated environments preferred.
• Internship or co‑op in medical devices, plastics/injection molding, supplier quality, or cleanroom manufacturing is a plus.
• Exposure to injection molding, silicone molding, or assembly technologies (e.g., ultrasonic welding, bonding) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sustain manufacturing processes for disposable product lines and day‑to‑day operations.
• Support injection molding and silicone molding processes; assist with supplier interactions and technical reviews.
• Provide engineering support for design changes, equipment maintenance, and fixture/tooling updates.
• Assist with validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, processes, and product changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to improve yield and process stability.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Plastics/Polymer/Industrial/Biomedical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Minitab

DOE

Excel

Job description

Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary

As part of a $70M+ manufacturer of surgical solutions for the medical industry, the Manufacturing Engineer I - Molding & Assembly is responsible for supporting manufacturing processes across disposable product lines, with a focus on molded plastic and silicone components and assembly technologies such as ultrasonic welding and adhesive dispensing. This role partners closely with external injection molding and silicone suppliers to support process capability, component quality, and design for manufacturability, while also providing hands‑on support for internal assembly operations including ultrasonic welding and adhesive dispensing processes.

The engineer is expected to independently complete assigned tasks, resolve daily production issues, and contribute to process improvements that enhance yield, reduce COPQ, and ensure equipment and process stability. During this stage, the engineer is developing the ability to lead larger initiatives while building further technical depth in molding processes, supplier management, and regulated medical device manufacturing systems.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Sustain manufacturing processes for disposable product lines, including day-to-day operations.
• Develop foundational knowledge of injection molding and silicone molding processes while supporting senior engineers in supplier-related activities.
• Participate in supplier interactions, including technical reviews and issue resolution, to build supplier management capability.
• Provide engineering support for product design changes, equipment maintenance, and fixture/tooling updates required to maintain stable production.
• Train on and support in-house assembly processes, including ultrasonic welding, adhesive dispensing, solvent bonding, and automated cleanroom systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities to improve yield, reduce COPQ, and enhance process stability.
• Support small to medium cross-functional projects to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve operational performance.
• Support product design changes and execute engineering change orders (ECOs), including documentation updates, testing, and implementation into production.
• Support Quality and Production teams in root cause investigations and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), including supplier-related issues.
• Assist with validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ/PPQ) for equipment, processes, and product changes.
• Analyze manufacturing and supplier performance data and generate technical reports to support decision-making.
• Support compliance of manufacturing processes, documentation, and supplier controls with internal quality systems and regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO).
• Utilize engineering tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Minitab, DOE) to support product and process development and troubleshooting.
• Support development of standardized work and process documentation to enable knowledge transfer and long‑term continuity.
• Learn and apply elements of the NBS Next business model at the production floor level to support operational excellence initiatives.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics/Polymer, Industrial, Biomedical Engineering, or related field required.
• 1-3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment (medical device, pharmaceutical, or similar) preferred.
• Internship or co‑op experience in medical device, plastics/injection molding, supplier quality, or cleanroom manufacturing is a plus.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes such as injection molding, silicone molding, or assembly technologies (e.g., ultrasonic welding, bonding) is preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to independently complete assigned tasks in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SolidWorks; exposure to statistical tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab) and data analysis techniques preferred.
• Working knowledge of problem‑solving and root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and basic CAPA methodologies.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, validation principles (IQ/OQ/PQ), and production support processes in a regulated environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and engage external suppliers in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new manufacturing processes, including injection molding, silicone processing, and assembly techniques.
• Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on quality, compliance, and documentation accuracy.
• Eagerness to learn, take ownership of deliverables, and progressively build capability in supplier management, process development, and tooling support.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. May be required to sit, stand, or bend for extended periods. Regular use of a computer and communication tools. May require travel up to 15% to supplier or manufacturing sites.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This role requires regular entry into controlled environments and cleanrooms. The engineer must follow all gowning protocols and adhere to cleanroom procedures in compliance with ISO Class standards.

About Nordson Medical

At Nordson MEDICAL, you don't have to be a doctor to help save lives. We are the global expert in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex medical devices and component technologies. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson MEDICAL is a global team that works to create components for life‑saving medical devices. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you’re just beginning your career or you’re a seasoned professional, there’s a place for you to belong at Nordson MEDICAL. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career. At Nordson, we believe that anything is possible. We empower our global team of employees to engineer, manufacture, and market innovative products and systems that are essential to everyday life. These differentiated products and systems are used for precision dispensing and processing and serve a variety of end markets, including packaging, transportation, medical, and electronics. Founded in 1954, we are guided by our values of integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence. We care for our employees and provide them with opportunities to advance their careers and make an impact, inside and outside of work. Nordson is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, and has direct operations in more than 35 countries to support our products and systems with application expertise and a direct global sales and service organization.