Applications Engineer(Plastic Injection Molding)
BS-level Applications Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $107k (62 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Evaluate plastic and silicone injection molding applications, design tooling and automation, and advise customers on manufacturing solutions.
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Why it is interesting. Combines customer-facing DFM, mold and tooling design, and silicone molding for medical device work.
Might not be for you. Tooling and CAD-centric rather than materials R&D; 5+ years of molding experience required.
Adjacent materials role:Evaluate plastic and silicone injection molding applications for manufacturability; strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes; Plastics Engineering degree
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Industry
- Medical devices
- Role
- Applications Engineering
- Visa
- No sponsorship
Role details
Applications Engineer – Plastic Injection Molding
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Applications Engineer with a strong background in plastic injection molding, tooling, and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have experience working with customers, evaluating product designs, and developing manufacturing solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate plastic and silicone injection molding applications for manufacturability.
- Develop tooling, mold design, and automation solutions.
- Work with customers to understand technical requirements and recommend manufacturing solutions.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales teams.
- Review engineering drawings, product designs, and specifications.
- Support design for manufacturability (DFM), prototyping, and new product development.
- Utilize SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and manufacturing recommendations.
- Identify opportunities to improve product quality, efficiency, and production costs.
- Support projects from initial design through production.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in plastic injection molding, applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, or tooling.
- Strong knowledge of plastic injection molding processes, molds, and tooling.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of silicone injection molding and automation preferred.
- Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 preferred.
- Strong communication, technical problem-solving, and customer service skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and meet applicable ITAR requirements.
- Ability to travel occasionally.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
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