Injection Molding Process Engineer
US Conec · Fort Worth, TX · 3 days ago
EngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Develop and test machinery and equipment under the direction of engineering staff
- Serve as the technical expert for injection molding support infrastructure including pumps, filters, chillers, evaporative coolers, piping systems, heat transfer, air quality, compressed air, and electrical systems
- Act as a safety leader for all aspects of injection molding operations and general industrial practices
- Diagnose tooling, processing, or equipment issues by inspecting molded parts and applying root cause analysis
- Create procedures and protocols for reacting to machine alarms and press alerts
- Develop standardized processes for:
- Process adjustments
- New tool introduction
- Test runs
- Molding procedures
- Machine conversions
- Standardize communication expectations including startup notifications and issue tracking
- Collaborate with shift leads to determine production priorities and scheduling
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
- Experience with lot number traceability, engineering-grade resins, and specification-driven processes
- Expertise in injection molding equipment including specifying, upgrading, repairing, and maintaining systems
- Deep knowledge of auxiliary equipment such as mold water/oil heaters, hot manifold systems, screws, barrels, ceramic barrel heater bands, material drying and conveying systems, and dew-point meters
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
- Safety-first mindset and collaborative approach
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in injection molding environments
- Thrive in fast-paced, precision-driven settings
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential
- 4 weeks of PTO to relax and recharge
- Health, dental, and vision plans to support you and your family
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and planning resources
- A collaborative, team-based culture focused on innovation and quality
- Paid holidays and employee recognition programs
- Opportunities to work with advanced molding technologies and infrastructure systems
- STEM outreach and community engagement initiatives
Pay
Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential
Schedule
Not specified