Project Engineer

• Conduct engineering projects of moderate scope, occasionally involving the coordination of technical activities of other professionals. This will include the improvement of existing plastics and liquid silicone rubber (LSR) molding processes and the design and development of new and advanced manufacturing processes for injection molding and/or extrusion.

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses and document all necessary acceptance and implementation procedures.

• Oversees any trials and/or validations that pertain to the specific project he/she is responsible for and ensures proper documentation of any and all activities required for the project.

• Generate finalized engineering product drawings with critical dimensions, performance specifications, and quality specifications (standards and test procedures).

• Provides technical support in solving product quality problems with existing products.

• Provide customer service regarding engineering projects - generate quotations for engineering activities.

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• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, or plastics engineering, or equivalent.

• Training and certification in lean manufacturing practices and Six Sigma desired.

• 3 plus years of experience as project, process, or tooling engineer in custom manufacturing, with injection molding equipment, processes and tooling experience.

• Technical knowledge of thermoplastic and/or LSR injection molding is preferred. Experience with automated equipment/machinery is also preferred.

• Practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

• Organization structure, workflow and operating procedures.

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

• Knowledge of ISO-13485 and FDA CFR Title 21, or the ability to learn.

• Strong knowledge of thermoplastic injection molding and part design.

• Strong knowledge of injection molds/tooling and plastics.

• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their application.

• Strong proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.