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Plastics Engineer (Injection Molding)

Corporate Solutions Tech

Hudson, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$110,000–$130,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Plastic Injection Molding, Plastics Design, Injection Molding, SolidWorks, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Identify Issues, Machine Tool, Manufacturing Operations, Molding Processes, Operational Support, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Support,
QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering
Plastics Engineering or related field preferred
 

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of experience in plastics injection molding
Strong experience with tooling, materials, and molding processes
Experience supporting manufacturing operations and process improvement initiatives
 

Technical Skills & Knowledge

Proficiency with:
SolidWorks
AutoCAD
IQMS (or similar ERP/manufacturing systems)
Strong knowledge of:
Mold design and mold building
Raw materials and resin behavior
Injection molding equipment and techniques
Ability to analyze production data and implement process improvements
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
 

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate strength in the following areas:

Initiative: Takes ownership of projects and drives results independently
Communication: Effectively communicates technical information across teams
Customer Focus: Acts as a key liaison for customer-driven projects
Decision Making: Uses data and experience to make informed engineering decisions
Flexibility: Adapts to changing production demands and priorities
Interpersonal Skills: Works collaboratively with engineering, production, and vendors
Leadership: Provides technical guidance and mentorship when needed
Problem Solving: Identifies issues and implements effective solutions
Team Building: Contributes to a collaborative and high-performing environment
Quality Assurance: Ensures products meet strict quality and performance standards

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot injection molding processes to improve efficiency and product quality
  • Manage key custom customer projects and serve as the primary technical point of contact
  • Read and interpret blueprints and 3D CAD files
  • Utilize SolidWorks and other CAD tools to support design and manufacturing processes
  • Review and approve tooling designs and engineering changes
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure proper production setup and tooling performance
  • Work with external vendors for mold repairs and tooling support
  • Support new product launches, including tooling validation and process setup
  • Identify and implement process improvements to:
  • Reduce scrap
  • Improve cycle times
  • Enhance overall production performance
  • Provide technical guidance on materials, equipment, and molding techniques
BENEFITS
Paid Time-Off, Life Insurance, 401K Match, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Medical, Dental, Vision
LOCATION
Hudson, MA
POSTED
2 days ago

Our client is seeking an experienced Plastics Engineer (Injection Molding) to support manufacturing operations by developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting injection molding processes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent product quality, improving efficiency, and supporting new product development.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in plastics injection molding, tooling, and process optimization, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and production excellence.

 

About the Company

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Corporate Solutions Tech