Thermoplastics Lead Engineer

Hexcel Corporation; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 76,550 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hexcel 401k matching

Employee stock purchase program

Quarterly bonus potential

Profit Sharing Program

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Prepaid group legal plan

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation in Amesbury, MA is seeking a Thermoplastics Lead Engineer to design and prove out thermoplastic tooling, operate extrusion and injection molding equipment, and drive process improvements for aerospace applications.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Plastics/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering and 5+ years in extrusion or twin-screw compounding, plus SolidWorks and Solid Edge proficiency, and capital-project leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Plastics, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• 5+ years in profile extrusion or twin-screw compounding preferred.
• Experience with tooling design, mold flow, DFM and Lean/Six Sigma concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design and prove out thermoplastic tooling (extrusion, injection molding, etc.).
• Operate single/twin screw extruders and injection molders, direct upgrades.
• Lead process improvements and cross‑functional collaboration to meet customer demands.
• Provide technical direction and coaching for reports and peers.

Skills

Process optimization

Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Plastics, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Solid Edge

Job description

As a part of Hexcel, we at ARC Technologies LLC are propelling the future of flight, energy generation, transportation, and recreation through excellence in advanced material solutions that create a better world. We proudly support our military through our product offerings. Whether you are a civilian, veteran, transitioning member, reservist, or military spouse, Hexcel is committed to supporting, including, and empowering you.

Where Local Community meets Global Opportunity

By joining our team, you will become part of a global community of peers dedicated to creating quality parts and materials. If you have integrity, accountability, a willingness to explore new ideas, and a desire to succeed, then ARC Technologies is the place for you.

Benefits

In addition to competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and robust paid time off, we offer the following:

• Hexcel 401k with company matching contribution
• Employee stock purchase program
• Quarterly bonus potential
• Profit Sharing Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Prepaid group legal plan

Thermoplastics Lead Engineer for our Amesbury, MA location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Design and prove out of thermoplastic tooling (Extrusion, Injection Molding, etc.)
• Operation and troubleshooting of single/twin screw extruders and injection molders and assist in directing equipment repairs and upgrades
• Assist operators with process improvements
• Specifying new equipment, develop procedures and troubleshoot equipment as needed
• Performing lab-scale and pilot-level compounding of new polymer / filler systems
• Serve as SME for Thermoplastic Engineering projects and apply engineering principles across facility
• Provided technical direction, coaching and development opportunities for direct/indirect reports
• Act as bridge between the engineering/technical team and various department leaders to ensure streamlined technical integration
• Drive production performance to meet customer demands.
• Participate in customer meeting to capture requirements, provide technical insight and support the successful execution of NPI activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Plastics, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering (or closely related field) is required
• 5+ years of profile extrusion, or twin-screw compounding experience strongly preferred
• Proficient in Solid Works and Solid Edge design software
• Strong background in tooling design, mold flow analysis and DFM
• Knowledge of manufacturing scale-up, process optimization and statistical methods (SPC and Six Sigma Concepts)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma continuous improvement programs. Six Sigma Black Belt certification is a plus
• Ability to manage capital projects is preferred
• Experience with cost modeling, quoting, manufacturing routes and BOM's is preferred
• Must have the ability to obtain a DOD Security Clearance as well as be able to lift 50lbs

Complete salary range for this role: $76,550 - $135,000

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class.