Senior Molding Process Engineer

SHL Group; North Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Modern facilities and technologies

Global, dynamic team

Job summary

SHL Medical, part of SHL Group, is seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to drive the development and production of injection molding equipment and processes at our North Charleston, SC facility. You will lead DFMA, tooling development, and investigations of production issues alongside a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities include leading industrialization of molding equipment, collaborating with technicians, and guiding tooling and process improvements while ensuring quality, schedule,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with injection molding processes and equipment.
• Experience with multi-cavity hot runner injection molding systems.
• Strong understanding of mold and machine setup, molding operation, and process optimization.
• Hands-on experience with auxiliary equipment (hot runners, controllers, polymer dryers, thermolators, mold heaters, robot take-out).

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialization of molding equipment and processes for autoinjector components.
• Collaborate with shopfloor staff and maintenance to resolve process issues.
• Drive improvement initiatives and capacity-expansion requirements.
• Define requirements and specifications for new molding assets.
• Support testing, qualification and validation of molding assets and processes.
• Manage cross-functional projects from concept to implementation within schedule and budget.

Skills

Injection molding

Mold setup

Process optimization

Auxiliary equipment

Tools

Engel machines

Fanuc robots

Wittmann robots

Job description

SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.

Job Overview

This role is embedded in the Operations Engineering group within our Global Operations Engineering team at our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina. Together with the rest of your team, you will drive and support the development and production of injection molding equipment and processes and the respective molded components used for SHL’s autoinjector systems. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: performing DFMA, tooling and equipment development and improvement, tool validation support, and leading investigations into production issues.

Main Responsibilities

• Together with the rest of your team you will lead and support the industrialization of molding equipment & processes and the production of injection molded components for our autoinjector systems
• Collaborate closely with shopfloor production technicians, tool makers, maintenance, quality, and global coutnerparts on process & equipment performance and troubleshooting issues to robust resolution
• Lead improvement initiatives and develop requirements for capacity expansion and future mold generations and production setups
• Oversee and support the design and development of new molding equipment, including defining requirements & specifications, and provide technical expertise and guidance to both internal teams and external partners
• Support acceptance testing, qualification, and validation activities for new molding assets and processes as necessary
• Lead and manage projects within cross functional teams from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with project timelines, resources, quality standards and budget
• Initiate and facilitate trial shot activities; review and approved related documents
• Evaluate on steel resizing of the tool according to the results of the development process
• Maintain and support comprehensive documentation for all phases of the project, including design & process specifications, pFMEA & risk assessments, engineering reports, work instruction, testing protocols, etc.

Skills and Qualification

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with injection molding processes and equipment
• Experience with multi-cavity hot runner injection molding systems
• Thorough understanding of mold and machine setup, molding machine operation, process optimization, as well as mold design/function
• Thorough understanding and excellent hands-on experience with auxiliary equipment (i.e. hot runners, controllers, polymer dryers, thermolators, mold heaters, robot/take out systems, etc.)

Preferred: (nice to have)

• Experience with Engel injection molding machines
• Experience with Fanuc or Wittman robot systems
• Ability to work independent with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness and cost
• Passionate & committed self-starter with “can do” attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
• Experience in the medical device industry or similarly regulated environment

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings, including, but not limited to, a drug test, employment verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check.

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com