Process Engineer – Injection Molding

Blue-Signal-Search; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Blue-Signal-Search is seeking a Process Engineer for their Wilmington, Delaware facility to enhance processes in high-volume injection molding operations. This role includes developing robust processes, troubleshooting manufacturing inefficiencies, and leading cross-functional team initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience and a strong background in injection molding technologies. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within a stable organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding process engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and optimizing injection molding processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and optimize injection molding processes for production.
• Troubleshoot molding processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Support mold sampling and production startup activities.
• Lead process validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvements.

Skills

Injection molding process engineering

Troubleshooting and optimizing processes

Continuous improvement methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Process Engineer – Injection Molding

Compensation: $85,000 - $120,000+ DOE

Industry: Advanced Manufacturing | Plastics Manufacturing | Healthcare Products

Employment Type: Full-Time

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Process Engineer to support a high-volume injection molding operation. This individual will play a critical role in process development, troubleshooting, validation, equipment startup, and continuous improvement initiatives across a diverse fleet of injection molding equipment.

This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging technical projects, including process optimization, mold sampling, equipment transfers, and new manufacturing initiatives. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems, improving process performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Develop, establish, and optimize robust injection molding processes for production and new product launches.
• Troubleshoot molding processes and manufacturing equipment to improve quality, efficiency, and uptime.
• Support mold sampling, process development, and production startup activities.
• Lead and support process validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvements and reduce variability.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Tooling, and Production teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Assist with equipment transfers, startup projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply scientific molding principles to establish repeatable and sustainable manufacturing processes.
• Support efforts to improve productivity, reduce scrap, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Maintain compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and manufacturing procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in injection molding process engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting and optimizing injection molding processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience analyzing process data and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
• Strong problem‑solving and technical troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Scientific molding experience.
• Experience with RJG cavity pressure monitoring systems and/or eDART process monitoring.
• IQ/OQ/PQ validation experience.
• Experience supporting mold sampling and process development.
• Experience working with Engel, Nissei, Milacron, or similar injection molding equipment.
• Experience within ISO 9001, ISO 13485, medical device, healthcare, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Master Molder certification or equivalent training is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work within a large‑scale injection molding operation.
• Exposure to capital equipment projects, equipment transfers, and manufacturing expansion initiatives.
• Opportunity to broaden experience in validation, process development, and scientific molding.
• High level of visibility and collaboration with engineering and operations leadership.
• Stable organization with strong growth and advancement potential.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Ideal Background

Successful candidates typically come from:

• Injection molding manufacturing
• Medical device manufacturing
• Healthcare products manufacturing
• Consumer products manufacturing
• Plastics processing operations
• Custom molding operations
• High‑volume manufacturing environments