Injection Molding Engineer

Position type: Full-time

Type of contract: Permanent

We are seeking a Injection Molding Engineer(based in Elgin, Illinois) tosupport the operation in the injection molding area, purchasing equipment, help bring the new technologies, and development of new products.

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Serve as the project manager for the launch of new tooling through regular communication with and review of the tool shop activities and progress to ensure new tool builds are designed and built.
• Provide input for new project quotes to ensure planned equipment is suitable.
• On-Time Completion, Quality, and Cost Targets associated with the Implementation of New Injection Molds, machines and projects into Production
• Participate in problem solving efforts for root cause determination of part defects
• Reviews mold vendor design proposals and assures functional mold performance.
• Interfaces with customers and suppliers on project matters, mold and fixture design, validation, and product quality issues.
• Responsible for ensuring Design for Manufacturability - advises customers on required mold/part design changes
• Develop and optimize injection molding processes for tight-tolerance, short-run production
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.

Skills And Experience to Thrive In This Role

• +5 years of injection molding experience

• Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering or Engineering degree or relevant experience may substitute for the required degree
• Working knowledge of engineering terminology and technical experience with injection molding, processes, tooling and validation protocols.
• Strong customer/supplier/vendor communication and follow-up skills
• Working experience with new product launch concepts and implementation with a continuous improvement mindset
• Supports global team interactions and projects
• Familiarity with problem solving techniques and flexibility
• Exceptional attention to detail in a collaborative and team driven environment
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to identify and define problems, and employ a logical, methodical approach to solving them is required.

Supports global team interactions and projects (travel and phone).

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.

As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard - to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun - like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!

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HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

CompensationHARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.

• Competitive base salary: $80,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
• This role is eligible for a 5% discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start - quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).

• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance - several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability - at no cost to employee.
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement.
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match - fully vested upon eligibility!

Benefits: Be a key player (US), Competitive compensation (US), Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement (US), Give back (US), Have fun (US), Lead a Healthy Life (US), Onsite Café (US), Take time off (US)
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Company Code: HARTING Inc. of North America

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Job Location (Short): Elgin, Illinois, United States

Region: Elgin, IL

Position area: Production Engineers / Technicians