Injection Mold Engineer

Surge Staffing • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Injection Molding Engineer (Foam-in-Place / Process Engineer) 📍 Circleville, OH Automotive Manufacturing 1st Shift Why This Might Be Worth a Conversation If you’re currently optimizing molding parameters, troubleshooting scrap issues, or running DOEs; but feel like you’re stuck in reactive firefighting mode; this role offers broader process ownership and engineering influence. We’re seeking a Foam-in-Place (FIP) Injection Molding Engineer to lead process development, stabilization, and continuous improvement efforts within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. This is a technical process engineering role; not a maintenance position; with visibility into materials, tooling validation, and new program launches.

Requirements

• Polymer materials and resin behavior
• Mold validation and parameter optimization
• Statistical analysis tools (Minitab, SPC, DOE)
• Automotive quality systems (APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949)

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize foam-in-place injection molding processes
• Stabilize cycle times and reduce scrap
• Lead process validation (mold trials, capability studies, DOE)
• Troubleshoot complex molding and material performance issues
• Collaborate with tooling engineers and suppliers on mold validation
• Evaluate foam materials, resins, and compatibility with production requirements
• Use statistical tools (SPC, DOE, Six Sigma) to drive process improvements
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, and process documentation
• Support new product launches and equipment upgrades

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed