Plastics Processing Engineer

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, employer paid life insurance, long and short-term disability, and an employee-centric environment.

POSITION INFORMATION

ENGEL Machinery North America has a job opportunity for a Plastics Processing Engineer/Technician located in our Technical Center in York, Pennsylvania.? Reporting to the Director Advanced Molding Systems & Processing, this position will provide support for our customers in all packaging related processing topics. This position requires an experienced processing engineer that lives and breathes high speed, caps/closure and thin wall packaging applications.

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:

• 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

• 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 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

• 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.

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.