Project Engineer in Plastics and Rubber

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

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

A bit about us:

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.

Why join us?

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

Job Details

Job Details

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.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

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

Manufacturing & Technical Environment

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

Background That Fits Well

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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