Process Engineer

Company Description

SIMTEC Silicone Parts, Inc. is a US-based leader in Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) injection molding, specializing in Single-Shot, Two-Shot, and Multi-Shot components. As part of the RICO Group, SIMTEC provides high-precision, close tolerance manufacturing services for industries such as automotive, medical, consumer, and industrial markets. Our comprehensive services include design support, material selection, prototyping, high volume production, and clean room hygienic injection molding. SIMTEC is ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, and cGMP compliant, ensuring top-quality solutions with a commitment to environmental sustainability. We partner with global industry leaders and research institutions to deliver innovative, reliable, and eco-conscious solutions.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Process Engineer role based in Miramar, FL. The Process Engineer will oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes for liquid silicone rubber components. Daily responsibilities include analyzing and improving process performance, conducting testing and troubleshooting, implementing process control systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency. The role plays a critical part in maintaining high production standards and meeting industry-specific compliance requirements.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Reduce the Production and QA cost (rejects, material, cycle time, labor...)
• Interface with Production, Engineering, Quality, and customers and suppliers to achieve program objectives
• Interface with customers and suppliers to resolve quality issues. Work with the Quality department to identify nonconformities, recommend and implement solutions, and halt processing until corrections are made to prevent further occurrence.
• Develop, recommend, and implement corrective action to improve scrap and efficiencies
• Study job setups on presses and auxiliary equipment, and recommend improvements
• Trouble-shoot current process for potential improvements
• Determine and establish robust parameters for processing of all tools and jobs and meet quality standards at quoted cost
• Plan trials or sequence of trials (scheduling, manpower, materials, and process changes) for equipment changes.
• Perform new tool sampling and/or conduct tool handovers at outside sources
• Coordinate equipment changes and recommend improvements
• Analyze trial and designed experiment results to solve problems and reduce defects
• Issue process standards to Production department and ensure adherence
• Responsible for the development and implementation of Statistical Process Control techniques.
• Make recommendations during new product design to optimize production efficiency.
• Recommend and justify budget recommendations for capital equipment related to the process.
• Assist with cross-training within production and other departments.
• Conduct special projects as assigned, serve on project teams as needed.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Plastics Engineering or other manufacturing-related degree.
• At least 5years experienced in troubleshooting injection molding machines which requires thorough knowledge in electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Previous experience operating industrial equipment associated with LSR injection molding (preferred.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing principles preferred.
• Possess a detailed and methodical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work with associates at all levels including directors, managers, engineers, machine operators, quality technicians, line supervisors, and maintenance technicians.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff, partners, the public and external agencies.
• Knowledge of plastics and LSR processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP applications.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Well organized with excellent administrative skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and provide analysis to solve problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently with only general direction from leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and provide analysis to solve problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently with only general direction from leadership.
• At least 2 years of U.S. based experience.
• Maintain the highest quality work to continuously ensure customer satisfaction.