Senior Injection Molding Engineer - Manufacturing Lead

System One; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

System One is seeking an Engineer III - Injection Molding in Lakewood, CO. You will lead advanced plastics manufacturing processes, optimize injection molding, and drive quality and cost improvements in a highly automated environment.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years of GMP manufacturing experience, hands-on process development, and knowledge of mold design and regulatory requirements. Relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience sufficient to perform essential functions.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience.
• Two years of GMP manufacturing experience required.
• Strong understanding of injection molding, plastics processing, tooling, and assembly.
• Hands-on injection molding set-up and process development experience.
• 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 complex issues onsite.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Physical ability to support lab and manufacturing environments, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working 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

GMP manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Process development

Mold design

FDA compliance

Problem solving

Communication

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

BS in Engineering

Tools

Mold flow simulation

Mold design tools

Job description

System One is seeking an Engineer III - Injection Molding in Lakewood, CO. You will lead advanced plastics manufacturing processes, optimize injection molding, and drive quality and cost improvements in a highly automated environment.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years of GMP manufacturing experience, hands-on process development, and knowledge of mold design and regulatory requirements. Relocation assistance available.