Plastics Mechanical Engineer

Pexco; Cincinnati (OH); Vor Ort; USD 81.000 - 99.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Pexco, located in Cincinnati, OH, seeks a Plastics Engineer to lead the development, optimization, validation, and continuous improvement of precision injection molding processes for critical applications. This role combines scientific molding, mold design, Moldflow simulation, and advanced metrology to ensure world-class quality and manufacturing excellence.

Responsibilities include process validation, DOE studies, design for manufacturability reviews, and collaboration with tooling,

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of injection molding and mold design.
• Simulation Software Experience (Moldflow or similar).
• Strong understanding of scientific molding and process optimization.
• Experience with dimensional metrology and quality systems.
• Experience in regulated environments (medical, aerospace, defense).
• Moldflow experience including fill, cooling, pack, shrinkage, warp analyses.
• Hands-on experience with CMMs, optical measurement systems, and industrial CT scanners.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, MSA, SPC, Cp/Cpk.
• Experience with automation systems, robotics, and vision inspection technologies.
• Experience with high-performance polymers (PEEK, PPS, PEI, PFA, FEP, ETFE, LCP).

Aufgaben

• Develop and optimize injection molding processes for precision plastic components with tight tolerances.
• Lead process validations including IQ/OQ/PQ activities, DOE studies, and process window development.
• Troubleshoot molding defects and implement corrective actions using data-driven methods.
• Support new product introductions from concept through production launch.
• Conduct mold design reviews and provide DFM recommendations.
• Utilize Moldflow to perform fill, pack, cooling, shrinkage, and warp analyses.
• Recommend improvements to gating, runner, cooling, venting, and ejection systems.
• Use metrology systems to validate part geometry and dimensional capability.
• Perform root cause analysis with metrology data and statistical methods.
• Establish SPC, MSA, Gage R&R, Cp/CpK studies; collaborate across multiple teams.

Jobbeschreibung

Cincinnati, OH (Performance Plastics)
4435 Brownway Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45209, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required : No
• Salary : $90,000 USD per year
• Administration
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PLAST001287

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Plastics Engineer to lead the development, optimization, validation, and continuous improvement of precision injection molding processes for demanding medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. This role combines scientific molding, mold design, Moldflow simulation, advanced metrology, automation, and new product introduction activities to ensure world-class quality, dimensional performance, and manufacturing excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and optimize injection molding processes for precision plastic components with tight-tolerance requirements.
• Lead process validations including IQ/OQ/PQ activities, DOE studies, and process window development.
• Troubleshoot molding defects and implement corrective actions using data-driven methodologies.
• Support new product introductions from concept through production launch.
• Conduct mold design reviews and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations.
• Utilize Moldflow simulation tools to perform fill, pack, cooling, shrinkage, and warp analyses.
• Recommend improvements to gating, runner, cooling, venting, and ejection systems.
• Utilize advanced metrology systems including CMMs, optical inspection systems, and industrial CT scanners to validate part geometry and dimensional capability.
• Perform root cause analysis of dimensional variation through metrology data and statistical methods.
• Establish SPC, MSA (Measurement Systems Analysis), Gage R&R, and capability studies (Cp/Cpk).
• Collaborate with tooling, automation, quality, production, and customer teams.
• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies, software platforms, and engineering tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of injection molding and mold design.
• Simulation Software Experience.
• Strong understanding of scientific molding principles and process optimization.
• Experience with dimensional metrology and quality systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in medical device, aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Moldflow experience including fill, cooling, pack, shrinkage, and warp analysis.
• Experience with mold design, DFM, and tool qualification.
• Hands-on experience with CMMs, optical measurement systems, and industrial CT scanners.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, MSA, SPC, and capability analysis.
• Experience with automation systems, robotics, and vision inspection technologies.
• Experience with high-performance polymers including PEEK, PPS, PEI, PFA, FEP, ETFE, and LCP.

Travel Required

No .

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

Required

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

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