Senior Injection Molding Engineer

Joulé; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Joulé in Lakewood, CO seeks an Engineer III - Injection Molding to lead and optimize high-volume plastic manufacturing. You will guide design, development, and production of next-gen medical devices, focusing on automated molding processes, quality, and cost outcomes.

The role requires hands-on setup, mold flow insight, and regulatory familiarity, with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Direct collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Two years of GMP manufacturing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding, plastics processing, tooling, and assembly.
• Hands-on injection molding setup and process development.
• Knowledge of mold design, construction, and maintenance.
• Experience with mold flow simulation reviews and design for manufacturability.
• Deep understanding of polymer behaviors (ABS, PVC, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, Nylon).
• Familiarity with FDA/regulatory requirements.
• Excellent technical problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot onsite.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead projects and provide technical leadership for manufacturing initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, vendors, contractors, and mold makers.
• Support safety, regulatory compliance, and KPI objectives.

Skills

Injection molding

Plastics processing

Tooling

Assembly

Problem solving

Communication

Onsite troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Process optimization

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

4+ years experience in manufacturing/engineering

Tools

Mold flow simulation

FDA regulatory awareness

Job description

Joulé in Lakewood, CO seeks an Engineer III - Injection Molding to lead and optimize high-volume plastic manufacturing. You will guide design, development, and production of next-gen medical devices, focusing on automated molding processes, quality, and cost outcomes.

The role requires hands-on setup, mold flow insight, and regulatory familiarity, with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Direct collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for project success.