LAPrincipal Polymer Processing Engineer, Injection Molding
BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $114k (688 that show pay).
Lead injection molding process development, validation and optimization for complex medical products, advising custom molders.
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Why it is interesting. Principal-level, remote ownership of injection molding strategy and technology investment recommendations for medical products
Might not be for you. Requires 10+ years of injection molding experience; process and troubleshooting focus, not open-ended R&D
Core polymer roleLead development and validation of injection molding processes; establish processing strategies based on polymer science; scientific molding; Polymer/Plastics Engineering degree
- Seniority
- Staff/Principal
- Work
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 10+ yrs
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
For our client, we are seeking a Principal Polymer Processing Engineer, Injection Molding to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space.
This role will serve as a technical expert for injection molding and polymer processing, helping drive robust manufacturing strategies for complex medical products. The position will lead process development, validation, and optimization efforts while partnering closely with design, quality, and manufacturing teams. It will also evaluate new processing technologies and provide design-for-manufacturability guidance to support product performance, repeatability, and delivery outcomes.
Location: Remote
Compensation: $138,700 – $176,900 annually
Responsibilities
- Serve as a technical advisor for custom molders and injection molding process optimization
- Lead the development and validation of complex injection molding processes and equipment
- Establish robust processing strategies based on polymer science and product requirements
- Apply scientific molding principles to ensure repeatable manufacturing processes
- Evaluate emerging polymer-processing technologies and recommend investments for innovation
- Provide design-for-manufacturability guidance during new product development
- Lead the resolution of complex molding process issues affecting quality and delivery
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Polymer Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related technical discipline
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible engineering experience in injection molding and polymer processing
- 2 years of experience troubleshooting injection molded parts noncompliance opportunities
- 2 years of experience leading complex technical projects across multiple functions
- Demonstrated expertise in injection molding process development and optimization
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
- Short- and long-term disability plus life insurance fully paid by the employer
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 7%
- Employee stock purchase plan at a discounted price
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate courses
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
