Mold Design Engineer

B. Braun Medical Inc. (US); Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 73,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

B. Braun Medical Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer with expertise in injection molding and thermoplastics to enhance product manufacturing processes. The role demands a Bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience with a focus on improving efficiency and ensuring quality standards in the medical equipment manufacturing industry.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4-6 years related experience required.
• Full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develops manufacturing methods utilizing product design knowledge.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization and workflow.
• Communicates production capabilities and schedules.

Skills

Injection molding

Thermoplastic expertise

CAD skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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B. Braun Medical, Inc.

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap and CAPS.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary:

• Experience with high cavitation close tolerance thermoplastic injection molds.
• Knowledge of hot runner systems as it relates to their design, fabrication, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of various tool steels, hardnesses and coatings used in the fabrication of injection molds.
• Knowledge of various plastic materials utilized to manufacture medical products.
• Knowledge of plastic part design for injection molding.
• Knowledge of software for MoldFlow and MoldCool analysis, 2D and 3D CAD skills.
• Develops, evaluates and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules or other information to facilitate production processes.
• Confers with vendors in order to determine specifications of products and arrange equipment, material purchase and parts.
• Evaluates products based on specifications and quality standards.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Requires full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in professional field. Uses standard theories, principles and concepts and integrates them to propose a course of action.
• Work under minimal supervision. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals. May periodically assist in orienting, training , assigning and checking the work of lower level employees. Referring only complex problems and issues
• Judgement is required in resolving all day-to-day problems
• Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Frequent contact with external contractors/vendors.

Expertise: Qualifications - Experience/Training/Education/Etc

Required:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 04-06 years related experience required.
• Occasional business travel required
• Regular and predictable attendance
• N/A

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities: Other Duties

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling and Reaching:

• Occasionally:Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull
• Frequently: Stand, Sit
• Constantly: Visual Acuity with or without corrective lenses

Activities:

• Occasionally: Handling, Push/pull, Reaching upward and downward, Stooping/squatting, Walking
• Frequently: Finger feeling, Hearing - ordinary, fine distinction, loud (hearing protection required), Seeing - depth perception, color vision, field of vision/peripheral, Sitting , Standing, Talking - ordinary, loud/quick
• Constantly: N/A

Environmental Conditions:

• Occasionally: Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (in most areas) , Fumes, Gases, Dust, Other
• Frequently: N/A
• Constantly: N/A

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally: Production/manufacturing environment
• Frequently: Office environment
• Constantly: N/A

Target Based Range: $73,987 - $92,489

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The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

Through its “Sharing Expertise” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

B. Braun Medical, Inc.


Company: B. Braun US Device Manufacturing LLC
Job Posting Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Functional Area: Other Areas
Working Model: Onsite
Days of Work: Wednesday, Thursday, Tuesday, Friday, Monday
Shift: 5X8
Relocation Available: No
Requisition ID: 4428

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap and CAPS.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary:

• Experience with high cavitation close tolerance thermoplastic injection molds.
• Knowledge of hot runner systems as it relates to their design, fabrication, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of various tool steels, hardnesses and coatings used in the fabrication of injection molds.
• Knowledge of various plastic materials utilized to manufacture medical products.
• Knowledge of plastic part design for injection molding.
• Knowledge of software for MoldFlow and MoldCool analysis, 2D and 3D CAD skills.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Develops, evaluates and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules or other information to facilitate production processes.
• Confers with vendors in order to determine specifications of products and arrange equipment, material purchase and parts.
• Evaluates products based on specifications and quality standards.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Requires full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in professional field. Uses standard theories, principles and concepts and integrates them to propose a course of action.
• Work under minimal supervision. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals. May periodically assist in orienting, training , assigning and checking the work of lower level employees. Referring only complex problems and issues
• Judgement is required in resolving all day-to-day problems
• Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Frequent contact with external contractors/vendors.

Expertise: Qualifications - Experience/Training/Education/Etc

Required:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 04-06 years related experience required.
• Occasional business travel required
• Regular and predictable attendance

Desired:

• N/A

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities: Other Duties

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to:

• Light work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling and Reaching:

• Occasionally:Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull
• Frequently: Stand, Sit
• Constantly: Visual Acuity with or without corrective lenses

Activities:

• Occasionally: Handling, Push/pull, Reaching upward and downward, Stooping/squatting, Walking
• Frequently: Finger feeling, Hearing - ordinary, fine distinction, loud (hearing protection required), Seeing - depth perception, color vision, field of vision/peripheral, Sitting , Standing, Talking - ordinary, loud/quick
• Constantly: N/A

Environmental Conditions:

• Occasionally: Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (in most areas) , Fumes, Gases, Dust, Other
• Frequently: N/A
• Constantly: N/A

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise Intensity: Moderate
• Occasionally: Production/manufacturing environment
• Frequently: Office environment
• Constantly: N/A

Target Based Range: $73,987 - $92,489

#ENG123

#MSL

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

Through its “Sharing Expertise” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Compensation details: 73987-92489 Yearly Salary

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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