Injection Systems Engineer - Equipment & Process

Injection Systems Engineer - Equipment & Process Performance

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Position Overview:

The Injection Systems Engineer provides deep technical expertise and enterprise-level support for injection molding machinery and related systems across RPSNAB. The role focuses on machine‑side excellence of injection operations—driving equipment performance optimization, lifecycle planning, and benchmarking of alternate suppliers—while partnering closely with the Principal Tooling Engineer to ensure alignment between mold and machine system design.

• Equipment Performance & Strategy
  • Lead evaluation of RPSNAB’s installed injection asset base to identify obsolescence risks, upgrade opportunities, and productivity retrofits.
  • Benchmark alternate machinery and auxiliary equipment suppliers to identify technology options that improve performance, reliability, or lifecycle cost.
  • Partner with global and regional engineering teams to define standards for injection machinery configuration, safety, and performance metrics.
• Continuous Improvement & Technical Support
  • Support the Injection Process Improvement Team in implementing best practices, performance troubleshooting, and data‑driven optimization at plant sites.
  • Collaborate with plant engineering and maintenance teams to resolve chronic equipment issues, define root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of mold‑machine interface performance in partnership with the Principal Tooling Engineer.
• Lifecycle & Asset Management
  • Maintain and update the injection asset database, including lifecycle stage, obsolescence risk, and key performance metrics.
  • Recommend timing and strategy for equipment refreshes and retrofits to ensure manufacturing continuity and efficiency.
  • Support the refurbishment program from the machine systems perspective (controls, hydraulics, auxiliary systems).
• Knowledge Sharing & Standards
  • Support the development and communication of standard operating parameters and equipment specifications across plants.
  • Participate in the transfer of best practices and lessons learned through network workshops and technical documentation.
  • Provide training support to site technical teams on new injection platforms and system modifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in injection molding machinery operation, process optimization, or equipment engineering within the plastics or packaging industry.
• In‑depth knowledge of injection machine systems (Husky experience preferred), controls, hydraulics, and auxiliary equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex machine performance issues and lead technical benchmarking efforts.
• Strong collaboration skills; ability to work effectively across functions and with OEM partners.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% to support plant assessments and supplier evaluations.

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Starting salary for this position is expected to be between $98,000 and $122,500; base pay may vary within the full range up to $147,000 based on experience and location. The role may be eligible for Amcor’s Management Incentive Plan or Sales Incentive Plan. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off (starting at 80 hours paid per year for full‑time salaried employees)
• Company‑paid holidays (starting at 9 days per year)
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)