Sr Tool Engineer - Artech LLC
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
About the Job
Job Title:Sr Tool Engineer
Job ID:13278
Location:Grand Rapids Michigan 49504
Duration: 18 Months Contract
JOB DESCRIPTION
Interviews will be scheduled the first week in April.
Description:
The Senior Tooling / Molding Engineer will support injection molding qualification activities at Client Grand Rapids Tier 1 molded component suppliers.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working remotely, with ability to visit Tier 1 suppliers (concentrated in US - Midwest region) and the Client Grand Rapids site so travel would be required when needed approx 5-10% travel. Role is part of a global engineering organization for Client s Molding & Capital Tooling Team.
Must Have: Minimum requirements:
Bachelors in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred) and minimum of 4 years of experience
Masters in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred) and minimum of 2 years of experience
Description:
The Senior Molding Engineer is responsible for owning and driving mold development and injection molding projects through adherence to established product design, scientific injection molding process, tooling, resin, and equipment.
The key responsibility of this position is to lead new injection molding qualification activities across molding suppliers, contract manufacturers and internal Client sites.
The Senior Molding Engineer is part of a global engineering organization for Client s Molding & Capital Tooling Team. Their work is mainly independent, expecting <25% travel with Manufacturing Sites or Suppliers, and they may assume a team lead role for Mold/Tooling Projects.
Experience:
Assist in setting up robust injection molding processes on multi-cavity molds and insert molding
Experienced in the ability to partner and coordinate supplier qualification activities (PPAP, IQ, OQ, PQ, DOE, etc) to meet requirements of the application.
Proficient in generating qualification requirements and reports for injection molded components
Understands limits / fits, tolerance stack up analysis. Highly experienced in Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing (GDT) and application for inspection setup and tolerancing allowances of molded components
Use and understanding of Statistical Tools (Design of Experiments, Measurement System Analysis/Gage R&R, Process Capability and Statistical Process Control)
Experience leader of cross functional teams including R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, Sourcing and Supply Chain through qualification processes
Develop and maintain strong working relationship with functional groups (R&D, ME, Quality Operations, Supply Chain and Regulatory)
History of mentoring team members.
Skill & Abilities:
Strong organizational skills
Analytical problem solving
Demonstrated initiative and innovation
Ability to transfer the technical knowledge to manufacturing operations
Review/prepare test protocols and reports in order to qualify part and product changes
Work remotely across time zones
Collaborate cross functionally with team members (i.e. R&D, Regulatory, Suppliers/Contract Manufacturers, Marketing, Biocompatibility, and Operations)
Nice to Have:
Experience with contract manufacturers
Solid understanding of Plastic Part Design / Injection Molding Guidelines
Knowledgeable in the use of 3D CAD packages & Data Analysis software
Understanding of Mold Flow analysis
Rheology knowledge of both Crystalline & Amorphous plastics resin (examples include polycarbonate, acrylic, PVC, Nylon and Co-polyesters)
Use of Society of Plastics Industry Standards (SPI) for mold build classification and texture/surface appearance recognition
PPAP and Agile MAP experience is a plus.
DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS
Autonomy: Seasoned individual contributor. Works independently under limited supervision to determine and develop approach to solutions. Coaches and reviews the work of lower level specialists; may manage projects / processes.
Organizational Impact: May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area. Contributes to the completion of work group objectives, through building relationships and consensus to reach agreements on assignments.
Innovation and Complexity: Problems and issues faced are difficult, and may require understanding of multiple issues, job areas or specialties . Makes improvements of processes, systems or products to enhance performance of the job area. Analysis provided is indepth in nature and often provides recommendations on process improvements.
Communication and Influence: Communicates with senior internal and external customers and vendors. Exchange information of facts, statuses, ideas and issues to achieve objective, and influence decisionmaking. Leadership and Talent
Management: May provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area. May manage projects, requiring delegation of work and review of others' work product .
Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires advanced knowledge of job area combining breadth and depth, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Requires a University Degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
Thank you
Ritu Lalvani
Technical Recruiter
Cell: (651)304-6185
Email: ritu.lalvani@artech.com
Job ID:13278
Location:Grand Rapids Michigan 49504
Duration: 18 Months Contract
JOB DESCRIPTION
Interviews will be scheduled the first week in April.
Description:
The Senior Tooling / Molding Engineer will support injection molding qualification activities at Client Grand Rapids Tier 1 molded component suppliers.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working remotely, with ability to visit Tier 1 suppliers (concentrated in US - Midwest region) and the Client Grand Rapids site so travel would be required when needed approx 5-10% travel. Role is part of a global engineering organization for Client s Molding & Capital Tooling Team.
Must Have: Minimum requirements:
Bachelors in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred) and minimum of 4 years of experience
Masters in Engineering (Plastics, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred) and minimum of 2 years of experience
Description:
The Senior Molding Engineer is responsible for owning and driving mold development and injection molding projects through adherence to established product design, scientific injection molding process, tooling, resin, and equipment.
The key responsibility of this position is to lead new injection molding qualification activities across molding suppliers, contract manufacturers and internal Client sites.
The Senior Molding Engineer is part of a global engineering organization for Client s Molding & Capital Tooling Team. Their work is mainly independent, expecting <25% travel with Manufacturing Sites or Suppliers, and they may assume a team lead role for Mold/Tooling Projects.
Experience:
Assist in setting up robust injection molding processes on multi-cavity molds and insert molding
Experienced in the ability to partner and coordinate supplier qualification activities (PPAP, IQ, OQ, PQ, DOE, etc) to meet requirements of the application.
Proficient in generating qualification requirements and reports for injection molded components
Understands limits / fits, tolerance stack up analysis. Highly experienced in Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing (GDT) and application for inspection setup and tolerancing allowances of molded components
Use and understanding of Statistical Tools (Design of Experiments, Measurement System Analysis/Gage R&R, Process Capability and Statistical Process Control)
Experience leader of cross functional teams including R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, Sourcing and Supply Chain through qualification processes
Develop and maintain strong working relationship with functional groups (R&D, ME, Quality Operations, Supply Chain and Regulatory)
History of mentoring team members.
Skill & Abilities:
Strong organizational skills
Analytical problem solving
Demonstrated initiative and innovation
Ability to transfer the technical knowledge to manufacturing operations
Review/prepare test protocols and reports in order to qualify part and product changes
Work remotely across time zones
Collaborate cross functionally with team members (i.e. R&D, Regulatory, Suppliers/Contract Manufacturers, Marketing, Biocompatibility, and Operations)
Nice to Have:
Experience with contract manufacturers
Solid understanding of Plastic Part Design / Injection Molding Guidelines
Knowledgeable in the use of 3D CAD packages & Data Analysis software
Understanding of Mold Flow analysis
Rheology knowledge of both Crystalline & Amorphous plastics resin (examples include polycarbonate, acrylic, PVC, Nylon and Co-polyesters)
Use of Society of Plastics Industry Standards (SPI) for mold build classification and texture/surface appearance recognition
PPAP and Agile MAP experience is a plus.
DIFFERENTIATING FACTORS
Autonomy: Seasoned individual contributor. Works independently under limited supervision to determine and develop approach to solutions. Coaches and reviews the work of lower level specialists; may manage projects / processes.
Organizational Impact: May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area. Contributes to the completion of work group objectives, through building relationships and consensus to reach agreements on assignments.
Innovation and Complexity: Problems and issues faced are difficult, and may require understanding of multiple issues, job areas or specialties . Makes improvements of processes, systems or products to enhance performance of the job area. Analysis provided is indepth in nature and often provides recommendations on process improvements.
Communication and Influence: Communicates with senior internal and external customers and vendors. Exchange information of facts, statuses, ideas and issues to achieve objective, and influence decisionmaking. Leadership and Talent
Management: May provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area. May manage projects, requiring delegation of work and review of others' work product .
Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires advanced knowledge of job area combining breadth and depth, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Requires a University Degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
Thank you
Ritu Lalvani
Technical Recruiter
Cell: (651)304-6185
Email: ritu.lalvani@artech.com
Source : Artech LLC