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Process Engineer

Jobot · Lynchburg, VAtoday
$90k – $115kfrom the posting

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $112k (523 that show pay).

Optimize and troubleshoot injection molding processes, lead mold trials and new product launches

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Deep scientific-molding focus — RJG/eDART cavity-pressure work, DOE, and full ownership of new mold trials and launches.

Might not be for you. Production-floor troubleshooting role with defect-chasing and scrap reduction, not greenfield R&D or materials development.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialistFast-paced BS acceptable

Core polymer roleStrong knowledge of thermoplastic materials, mold construction... injection molding processes using scientific molding principles

Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
3–5 yrs
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
Process Engineering
Techniques
RJG eDART cavity-pressure monitoringDOE229 rolesGage R&R25 roles

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Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a growing, and industry leading manufacturing company focused on providing dynamic products to a variety of industries!

Why join us? Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Job Details

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Process Engineer with strong injection molding experience to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot molding processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role will have significant impact on process stability, quality, productivity, scrap reduction, and new mold/product launches. The ideal candidate takes a scientific approach to molding, enjoys solving complex problems on the production floor, and focuses on identifying root causes rather than temporary fixes.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, validate, and optimize injection molding processes using scientific molding principles.

Lead new mold trials, sampling, qualification, and production launches.

Establish and maintain robust process windows based on materials, molds, and equipment capabilities.

Troubleshoot molding defects including short shots, flash, burns, splay, warpage, sink, voids, weld lines, and dimensional variation.

Identify root causes related to equipment, molds, materials, methods, and processing conditions.

Optimize cycle times, scrap, startup waste, downtime, and overall process efficiency.

Develop and maintain process documentation, setup sheets, troubleshooting guides, and standard work.

Support PFMEAs, control plans, capability studies, DOE, corrective actions, and process validations.

Analyze production and process data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Partner with Production, Quality, Tooling, Maintenance, Materials, and Automation teams.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Process Technicians and other manufacturing personnel.

Qualifications

3–5+ years of injection molding process engineering or process development experience.

Degree in Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; equivalent hands-on experience considered.

Strong knowledge of thermoplastic materials, mold construction, cooling systems, hot runners, material handling, and auxiliary equipment.

Experience with hydraulic, electric, or hybrid injection molding equipment.

Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, tolerances, and process data.

Comfortable working hands-on in a production environment.

Preferred Experience

Scientific molding training through RJG, Paulson, AIM Institute, or similar.

Blow molding experience.

RJG eDART or cavity-pressure monitoring.

Experience in medical device, aerospace, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing.

Experience with DOE, Gage R&R, capability studies, or process validation.

Automation, robotics, vision systems, Lean, or Six Sigma experience.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Process Engineer role at Jobot?

The listed annual base salary range is $90K–$115K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Jobot sponsor H-1B visas?

Jobot has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Process Engineer role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Process Engineer role at Jobot based?

This role is based in Lynchburg, VA.

What degree is required for the Process Engineer role at Jobot?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Process Engineer role require?

The posting calls for 3–5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Process Engineer role work with?

Thermoplastics.

What techniques or methods are required for this Process Engineer role?

RJG eDART cavity-pressure monitoring, DOE, Gage R&R.