Plastics Processing Engineer

Job Description

ENGEL embodies a spirit of innovation, built on decades of experience. With a dynamic workplace, ENGEL is the injection molding industry leader in technological advancements, ensuring sustainable global growth. The ENGEL company history is a success story that we keep on writing everyday together with our employees.

Do you have what it takes to spur game-changing innovation, generate creative solutions and add world-class value to our customers? Then get ready to join the ENGEL team and become part of the next chapter in our history as we continue to grow the business in North America!

ENGEL Machinery North America has a job opportunity for a remote, travelling Process Engineer to help consult with customers. ENGEL provides excellent benefits including health, dental and vision insurance all upon first day of hire (no waiting period and very robust coverage at an affordable price), 401k with match, over 3 weeks’ PTO, personal time off, employer paid life insurance, long and short term disability, and an employee-centric environment.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Plastics Processing Engineer/Technician to join us. This is a U.S. based remote position with regular travel. While the role is open to candidates across the United States, there is a preference for those based on the East-Coast. They will be reporting to the Director Advanced Molding Systems & Processing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set-up Injection molding machines for mold trials/tests/run-offs

• Establish robust, repeatable process parameters/processes

• Use strong problem solving skills to troubleshoot molds, machines, auxiliary equipment, and processes.

• Trouble shoot process-related issues in the lab as well as at customer sites

• Participate in activities pertaining to cycle time and process improvements at the customer site • Provide start up support at customer site to ensure timely start of production

• Design and execute DOE to establish new processes and for R&D work

• Review processing methods

• Implement statistical process analysis on new and existing products

• Develop and maintain process documentation

• Assist in the development of training and provide process training at the customer

• Provide equipment maintenance and repair support as required

• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and organized fashion that follows all required safety policies and regulations

• Other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent in community college or technical school training

• Possession of an RJG Master Molder Certificate or AIM certification a definite plus

• Bachelor’s Degree required

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of hands on injection molding experience.

• This position requires an individual with a thorough understanding of mold setup, molding machine operation as well as mold design/function

• Hands-on experience with mold debug, developing a robust process and process trouble shooting is a must.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of polymer materials and operating parameters is necessary

• Willingness to work and follow instructions, with a cooperative attitude toward internal and external customers

• Demonstrated ability to work alone and in a team environment with changing assignments

• Familiarity with MS Windows and Office environment, SAP experience preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Travel:

• This position also requires travel up to 70% travel as these duties also need to be performed at our customer locations

• A valid passport and the ability to travel internationally is also required.

WHY ENGEL? The ENGEL group has been thriving for decades. This is because as a family-run company, we rely on long-standing relationships and aim to live up to our own exacting standards of expertise and experience in all fields of plastics processing. We see ourselves as a driving, innovative force that has continually set new standards in a dynamic and diverse industry. Our competitive edge has come from generating added value for customers worldwide.

ENGEL attaches great importance to flexibility, innovation and self-responsibility of all of its employees and business units. This is the only way to consistently supply and guarantee results of the highest global standards.

ENGEL offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees, including: health, dental, LTD and life insurance, 401k with match, contribution to HSA, Dependent and Health FSA, vacation pay and holiday pay. We are looking forward to receiving your application and resume and going over the position with you.

ENGEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protective veteran status or any other category protected by state or local laws.

ABOUT THIS COMPANY ENGEL is a global leader in the manufacture of plastics processing machines. Today, the ENGEL Group offers a full range of technology modules for plastics processing as a single source supplier: Injection molding machines for thermoplastics and elastomers, and automation. In 2016/2017 ENGEL’s turnover totaled approximately 1.36 billion euros worldwide, with 5,900 employees across nine production plants in Europe, North America and Asia (China and Korea), and subsidiaries and representatives in more than 85 countries. ENGEL offers its customers the excellent global support they need to compete and succeed with new technologies and leading-edge production systems.

Full-time