Process & Tooling Engineer – Injection Molding
Shift: 1st Shift
Compensation: $90,000 – $130,000
Industry: Precision Manufacturing / Aerospace & Defense
About the Company
A leading manufacturer in the precision injection molding industry is seeking a highly experienced Process & Tooling Engineer. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about end-to-end process ownership—from mold design through production—and who thrive in a tightly integrated, quality-focused environment.
The company operates in highly regulated industries, requiring exacting standards and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, tooling, and production.
Position Summary
As the Process & Tooling Engineer, you’ll be the vital link between the design, tooling, and production teams. You'll play a hands-on role in developing robust, repeatable molding processes and driving improvements in tooling performance, product quality, and departmental efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and refine injection molding parameters for high-precision electrical components using scientific molding principles.
- Cross-Departmental Coordination:
Serve as liaison between tooling engineers, toolroom personnel, and production technicians to support seamless transitions from design to production.
Lead investigations of production non-conformances and implement sustainable solutions.
Create and maintain detailed Methods of Manufacturing (MoM) including setup procedures, key processing notes, and critical tolerances for repeat production.
- Mold Sampling & Validation:
Conduct mold trials and sample runs to support engineering validation and part approval processes.
- Troubleshooting & Support:
Provide hands-on troubleshooting for critical jobs during production and ensure issues are addressed promptly.
Contribute ideas and strategies to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime in the molding department.
Ensure all process sheets are complete, accurate, and include proper mold protection and setup parameters.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; concentration in Plastics Engineering is a strong advantage.
- Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in injection molding process support
- Advanced understanding of mold assembly, tool design, and process optimization
- Expert-level mold setting and troubleshooting knowledge
- Familiarity with a wide range of thermoplastics and thermoset materials
- Strong communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced production environments
- Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
Preferred Background
RJG Master Molder Certification is highly valued.
Familiarity with enterprise manufacturing systems such as Epicor or equivalent.
Experience with engineering-grade materials, including:
- LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymers)
- PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide)
- Ultem
- Fluorosilicone rubber
- Thermosets (e.g., Bakelite, DAP)
- PFA
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO
- Optional FSA, disability, and supplemental life coverage
- Annual performance-based bonus program
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
