Project Engineer in Plastics and Rubber

Job Overview

Lead medical device programs from quote to production in a hands‑on Project Engineer role focused on tooling, silicone, and advanced plastic manufacturing.

Salary: $100,000 - $128,000 per year.

This client is a specialized medical device and component manufacturer known for solving complex molding and tooling challenges. The organization partners closely with customers in regulated medical environments, delivering high-quality silicone and plastic solutions from concept through production.

• Direct ownership of programs from early quoting through validated production launch
• High‑visibility customer‑facing role supporting aggressive growth in medical manufacturing
• Work with complex tooling, silicone materials, and automation—not commodity plastics
• Stable, well‑established medical manufacturer with long‑term customer partnerships
• Competitive compensation with room for growth as programs and responsibility expand

This Project Engineer role sits at the center of customer programs, owning execution from early concept and pricing discussions through tooling, validation, and sustained production. The position partners closely with engineering, quality, tooling, and manufacturing teams to ensure programs move efficiently, risks are managed early, and customers are well supported throughout the process.

• Own multiple customer programs from early feasibility and quoting through full production readiness
• Evaluate part designs for manufacturability, including draft, shutoffs, side actions, and general moldability
• Interpret and provide input on mold designs, tooling approaches, and construction strategy
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers, tool shops, and key suppliers
• Build and manage realistic project timelines, balancing internal resources and external dependencies
• Support new program launches that align with broader growth initiatives in regulated medical manufacturing

• Regulated medical injection molding operations
• Silicone processing experience including LSR, HCR, and gum rubber
• Exposure to thermoplastic and/or thermoset molding processes
• Hands‑on understanding of tooling strategy, mold design intent, and process capability
• Experience with structured manufacturing methodologies such as APQP, DOE, and capability analysis
• Familiarity with automation and secondary operations (robotics, assembly, finishing, testing)
• Ability to evaluate cost, risk, and manufacturability tradeoffs when selecting process solutions

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Plastics, or similar) or equivalent industry experience
• 5+ years working in plastic manufacturing, tooling, or medical molding environments
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects without losing detail or urgency
• Strong communicator who is comfortable interacting directly with customers and suppliers
• Solid working knowledge of common business tools and ERP systems (IQMS a plus)

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