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Injection Molding Process Engineer

Astrix
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/17/2027
Pay Rate Low: 45.00 | Pay Rate High: 50.00

Exciting Injection Molding Process Engineer II 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

Injection Molding Process Engineer II

Contract:
2 years with extension or conversion potential

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Holiday, PTO 401K matching

Leads development, validation, and optimization of injection molding processes for medical-grade manufacturing, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency through scientific molding and data-driven improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, validate (IQ/OQ/PQ), and optimize processes.
  • Apply scientific molding to improve quality and cycle times.
  • Troubleshoot using root cause analysis and FMEA.
  • Maintain compliant documentation.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally on product launches and improvements.
  • Drive continuous improvement (SPC, DOE, Lean, Six Sigma).
  • Support tooling and process changes via CAD interpretation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Engineering or related field.
  • 4–6 years injection molding experience (medical preferred).
  • Knowledge of polymers, process controls, and regulated environments.
  • Strong data analysis and communication skills.

Preferred

  • Scientific Molding training and/or Master Molder certification.
  • Experience with decoupled molding, project management, and technical reporting.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong quality and continuous improvement mindset.

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!

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