Engineer II, Molding

ICU Medical•Dublin, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer II, Molding is responsible for supporting injection molding improvements through adherence to established product design, scientific injection molding process, tooling, resin, and equipment. The key responsibility of this position is to exercise judgement with injection molding resources, support projects within a product family and take action while adhering to defined procedures. The incumbent will also liaise with the Tooling, Molding, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Maintenance departments. The Engineer II completes intermediate projects with guidance from more experienced engineers and managers. They gain exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function and are occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. This position is 100% onsite at our Dublin, OH manufacturing facility.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
3-5 years’ experience in Injection Molding Industry
Scientific Injection Molding training/certification or proof of understanding of the model; process, tooling, part design, materials, and equipment
Understanding of strength of materials, automation, thermoplastic and LSR injection molding, part assembly, fixturing, testing, and process control techniques
Risk Management-> FMEA generation
Six-Sigma Methodology (DOE, Process Capability, Gage R&R, etc.) - use of Minitab Software for analysis
Knowledge of the Medical Device Industry and familiarity with FDA QSR regulations
Has a basic understanding of best practices.
Has a basic to intermediate understanding of engineering discipline
Have awareness of the broader product strategy and contribute to it
Ability to receive general project direction and solicit input from more experienced engineers
Requires the ability to independently make decisions that impact the attainment of project objectives

Responsibilities

Support Molding Engineering for continuous process and product improvements
Implement Molding Engineering injection molding process development, process monitoring, and tool qualifications
Lead project and timelines for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) activities
Analyze and specify equipment performance and identify system improvements
Implement Cost Savings - Scrap, DPM, OEE Improvement, Scrap reduction, Setup Improvements
Close coordination with the resources assigned to the product family (tool room, Process Engr, Quality Engr)
Assist in completion of CAPA tasks and deliverables (Corrective and Preventive)
Conducts independent analysis and develops solutions to problems
Develops approaches and designs where precedent usually exists
Performs developmental and/or test work that relies heavily on a comprehensive knowledge of theory and design
Writes detailed design specifications
Receives general project direction. Solicits input from more experienced engineers.
Work on special projects as they arise
Initiate and manage projects with adherence to program management guidelines as they relate to new/existing molding equipment, tooling, and materials
Coordinate efforts with the Materials Group to assess vendors and provide materials technical information
Build productive relationships internally and externally
Assists in training new/current employees with respect to documentation, use of equipment, laboratory techniques and department procedures.
Delivers communications tailored to the needs of the receiver (managers, peers, customers) with appropriate frequency to maximize its utility and promote cross-functional collaboration.