Injection Molding Process Engineer

Injection Molding Process Engineer I

Engineering

Houston, TX, US

1 year contract

DOE

Exciting development opportunity to work for a global leader dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. The largest device company in the world – with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care.

We are seeking a highly skilled Injection Molding Process Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in plastic manufacturing and deep expertise in developing and sustaining optimum molding processes for medical device components. This position will play a critical role in ensuring high-quality production through scientific molding techniques and robust project management.

• Develop and sustain optimum injection molding processes for medical manufacturing device components.
• Apply Decoupled Scientific Molding Principles to develop and optimize molding processes.
• Run projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
• Troubleshoot and improve process areas within the molding department.
• Lead and support validation activities including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports and process documentation.

• 10+ years of experience in the plastic manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with Decoupled Molding Principles.
• Proven project management experience.
• Exceptional troubleshooting and process improvement skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with customers.
• Experience in writing technical reports and delivering effective presentations.

• Master Molder Certification strongly preferred.
• Degree in Engineering or related field (preferred but not required).
• Previous experience in a medical device manufacturing environment is a plus.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.