Molding Engineer

Ingersoll Rand; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Robust 401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grant

Job summary

A leading industrial technology company seeks a Molding Engineer in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role involves providing technical support for thermoplastic injection molding operations in a cleanroom environment. Your responsibilities will include optimizing molding processes, supporting new product introductions, and collaborating with various teams to achieve quality objectives. We are looking for candidates with a degree in Engineering and experience in injection molding. Embrace a culture of ownership and enjoy comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in injection molding or relevant manufacturing engineering role.
• Ability to interpret part prints, mold designs, and process documentation.
• Strong understanding of molding process development and cleanroom expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting and technical support for production molding processes.
• Support validation activities including IQ, OQ, PQ protocol development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Engineering.

Skills

Injection molding

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Molding Engineer provides hands‑on technical support for thermoplastic injection molding operations in a medical device cleanroom environment. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and validating molding processes; supporting New Product Introduction (NPI); resolving day‑to‑day production challenges; and driving continuous improvement in quality, safety, delivery, and cost. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative and is able to balance immediate production needs with long‑term technical improvements. This role works closely with senior engineers and the Engineering Manager for mentorship and technical guidance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote a Safety First mindset across all molding areas, equipment, and procedures.
• Provide real-time troubleshooting and technical support for production molding processes with guidance from senior engineering staff.
• Support and/or execute validation activities including IQ, OQ, PQ protocol development, execution, and reporting.
• Partner with tooling, equipment, and material vendors to resolve mold or equipment issues, as supported by senior engineering staff.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Production, Quality, NPI, and Engineering to meet schedule, cost, and quality objectives.
• Assist in identification and implementation of process improvements to reduce scrap, improve yield, and optimize cycle times.
• Support defect analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.
• Provide limited technical training and guidance to molding technicians and operators.
• Maintain cleanroom compliance, technical documentation, and change control requirements.
• Demonstrates all corporate values:We think and act like owners.
• We are bold in our aspirations while moving forward with humility and integrity.
• We are committed to making our customers successful.
• We foster inspired teams.

REQUIREMENTS

• 1–3 years of experience in injection molding, plastics processing, or relevant manufacturing engineering role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of molding process development, troubleshooting, and process optimization.
• Working knowledge of IQ/OQ/PQ and GMP/ISO/cleanroom expectations.
• Ability to interpret part prints, mold designs, and process documentation.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong written communication, documentation, and computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom and on the production floor.

PREFERENCES

• Master Molder I certification.
• Exposure to ISO 13485, FDA Quality System requirements, or medical device manufacturing.
• Experience supporting NPI launches, mold qualifications, or process transfers.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma).
• Exposure to tooling design, tooling troubleshooting, or vendor engagement.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD tools.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Onsite

What we Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.