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Molding Engineer II, Molding & Tooling Engineering

Houston, Texas, USFull-time2026-10-15 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Lead molding engineering and validation activities for injection molding processes (thermoplastic and LSR), optimizing parameters, troubleshooting defects, and ensuring compliance with GxP and regulatory requirements.

Role type

Senior IC Molding Engineer (Manufacturing)

Builds

Injection molded medical devices and components

Domain

Medical Devices / Manufacturing

Required skills

Injection molding process optimization, defect troubleshooting, root cause analysis, validation strategy (IQ/OQ/PQ), GxP compliance, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, project planning, technical documentation, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) experience, Project Management, Molding process development

Technologies

Kneat, Teamcenter, Veeva QualityDocs, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Lead molding engineering and validation activities across new product introductions and sustaining programs; Serve as technical subject matter expert for injection molding processes; Drive quality system deliverables and validation strategies; Lead complex defect investigations and root cause analysis; Drive process optimization initiatives for cycle time and yield improvement; Partner with Tooling and Product Development to optimize mold designs; Coach and mentor engineers and technicians; Author and maintain technical and quality documentation; Represent Molding Engineering during audits and inspections.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities