Injection Molding Process Engineer

Spaulding Composites•Rochester, NH

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Injection Molding Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining injection molding processes to ensure efficient production, consistent quality, and adherence to safety standards. This role works closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to introduce new products, improve existing processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in injection molding process engineering within a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with thermoplastic materials, injection molding equipment, process validation, and scientific molding techniques.
Strong knowledge of scientific molding principles, Design of Experiments (DOE), process validation, and root cause analysis.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, technical specifications, and quality requirements.
Proficiency with statistical analysis tools, manufacturing software systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

Develop, document, and implement molding processes for new and existing products.
Establish and maintain standard process parameters to ensure consistent product quality and cycle times.
Lead trials for new molds, materials, and equipment, ensuring readiness for full-scale production.
Analyze and resolve molding issues such as dimensional inconsistencies, surface defects, material flow problems, and process inefficiencies.
Support production teams with technical guidance and root cause analysis for process-related downtime.
Collaborate with tooling, material suppliers, and equipment vendors to address technical concerns.
Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure processes meet customer specifications and applicable quality standards.
Implement process controls, validation protocols, and inspection plans to maintain product quality.
Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance product quality.
Identify and recommend equipment upgrades, automation opportunities, and emerging technologies.
Train, coach, and mentor process technicians, setup personnel, and operators on best practices and standardized work procedures.
Maintain accurate process sheets, setup documentation, validation records, and troubleshooting guides.
Prepare reports related to process capability, scrap reduction, downtime reduction, and efficiency improvements.
Analyze production data and metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.