Senior Molding Process Engineer

Job Overview

This role is embedded in the Operations Engineering group within our Global Operations Engineering team at our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina. Together with the rest of your team, you will drive and support the development and production of injection molding equipment and processes and the respective molded components used for SHL’s autoinjector systems.

Main Responsibilities

• Performing DFMA, tooling and equipment development and improvement, tool validation support, and leading investigations into production issues
• Collaborate closely with shopfloor production technicians, tool makers, maintenance, quality, and global counterparts on process & equipment performance and troubleshooting issues to robust resolution
• Lead improvement initiatives and develop requirements for capacity expansion and future mold generations and production setups
• Oversee and support the design and development of new molding equipment, including defining requirements & specifications, and providing technical expertise and guidance to both internal teams and external partners
• Support acceptance testing, qualification, and validation activities for new molding assets and processes as necessary
• Lead and manage projects within cross-functional teams from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with project timelines, resources, quality standards and budget
• Initiate and facilitate trial shot activities; review and approve related documents
• Evaluate on steel resizing of the tool according to the results of the development process
• Maintain and support comprehensive documentation for all phases of the project, including design & process specifications, PFMEA & risk assessments, engineering reports, work instructions, testing protocols, etc.

Skills and Qualification

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with injection molding processes and equipment
• Experience with multi-cavity hot runner injection molding systems
• Thorough understanding of mold and machine setup, molding machine operation, process optimization, as well as mold design/function
• Thorough understanding and excellent hands-on experience with auxiliary equipment (i.e. hot runners, controllers, polymer dryers, thermolators, mold heaters, robot/take out systems, etc.)
• (Preferred) Experience with Engel injection molding machines
• (Preferred) Experience with Fanuc or Wittman robot systems
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness and cost
• Passionate & committed self-starter with “can do” attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
• Experience in the medical device industry or similarly regulated environment

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast-growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Variety of opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

How we hire

We like to keep things simple and efficient. Once you’ve applied, it may take up to three weeks to review your application and get the first call with a recruiter. Our recruitment process is focused on allowing you to show your personality, experience and competencies while giving you a great sense of who we are. Grounded in belonging, we strive for excellence.