Injection Molding Application Engineer

Posted on 3/15/2023

Locations

Chicago, IL, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Java

Sales

SQL

SolidWorks

Requirements

Subject matter expertise in Injection Molding part design
Strong track record of managing Injection Molding projects from DFM review through production kickoff
Proficiency in understanding part drawing specifications, including complex GD&T and critical feature recognition
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and communicating with cross-functional teams
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proficient in 3D CAD software, SolidWorks / Fusion 360 / Siemens NX / CATIA
Experience with moldflow software
Experience in managing or participating in a PPAP
Experience with programming, SQL/Java
Experience working at an injection molding facility
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work dynamically and thrive in an environment where change happens quickly
4 year engineering degree from an accredited university
Minimum 2 years experience in part design and/or project management in Injection Molding

Responsibilities

Analyze CAD data, 2D drawings, BOMs and other technical documents to evaluate the scope of work and manufacturability for a given project
Take the lead on advising customers on manufacturability during the quoting stage of new opportunities
Operate as a critical technical resource for the Sales team
Perform live design reviews with customers by reviewing CAD in customer meetings
Advise on how to bring costs down
Coordinate with both customers and suppliers on quality expectations and inspection plans
Walk customers through DFMs at the order stage
Troubleshoot manufacturing and part design issues during the sampling and validation process for new tooling
Support internal continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve our standard operating procedures

We are seeking an Application Engineer to join the Fast Radius Injection Molding team at our Chicago, Illinois facility. This individual will work closely with Customers, Supply Chain, Costing, and Commercial teams to scope and manage injection molding projects from quoting all the way to production kickoff.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Analyze CAD data, 2D drawings, BOMs and other technical documents to evaluate the scope of work and manufacturability for a given project
Take the lead on advising customers on manufacturability during the quoting stage of new opportunities
Operate as a critical technical resource for the Sales team
Perform live design reviews with customers by reviewing CAD in customer meetings
Advise on how to bring costs down
Coordinate with both customers and suppliers on quality expectations and inspection plans
Walk customers through DFMs at the order stage
Troubleshoot manufacturing and part design issues during the sampling and validation process for new tooling
Support internal continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve our standard operating procedures

Required Skills:

Subject matter expertise in Injection Molding part design
Strong track record of managing Injection Molding projects from DFM review through production kickoff
Proficiency in understanding part drawing specifications, including complex GD&T and critical feature recognition
Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and communicating with cross-functional teams
Proficient with Microsoft Office

Preferred Key Skills/Abilities:

Proficient in 3D CAD software, SolidWorks / Fusion 360 / Siemens NX / CATIA
Experience with moldflow software
Experience in managing or participating in a PPAP
Experience with programming, SQL/Java
Experience working at an injection molding facility
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work dynamically and thrive in an environment where change happens quickly

Education and Experience:

4 year engineering degree from an accredited university
Minimum 2 years experience in part design and/or project management in Injection Molding

*We are only accepting applicants in the IL, IN, and WI area who are willing to come into the Chicago office two times a week.

Who we are: We believe manufacturing is important not only for what it makes but for what it makes possible for the world. Our first-of-its-kind Cloud Manufacturing Platform™ represents a new, more sustainable infrastructure to design, make, and move physical goods in the digital age. Working with companies across a variety of industries – from growing startups to Fortune 500 companies – Fast Radius helps customers with all stages of the manufacturing process from new product development to ongoing part production. We recently became a publicly listed company as the next step in scaling our vision for the future of design, manufacturing, and logistics.Every day you can expect to work in an inclusive environment that makes excellence possible, where great work and ideas matter more than seniority. We believe in experimenting fearlessly and learning from our failures—quickly. Our leaders have grown successful companies before, and they understand that businesses thrive when capable people have the freedom to solve problems without constraints.

What we offer: We want you to come to work happy, healthy, and balanced so you can expect excellent benefits:

- Competitive compensation and bonus structure

- Comprehensive health care including dental and vision

- Generous vacation policy as well as a 401K plan

Fast Radius is proud to be an equal opportunity employer because diverse perspectives make for better products, better processes, and a better company. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, Veteran status, or other protected status.

Fast Radius currently is unable to sponsor or transfer visas.

We are currently able to hire residents in the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, TN, TX, WA, WV, WI

201-500 employees

Website

Manufacturing solutions

Company Overview

Fast Radius is on a mission to change manufacturing and logistics for the better.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and bonus structure
Comprehensive health care including dental and vision
Generous vacation policy as well as a 401K plan

Company Core Values

Drive impact in everything you do - We are bold, focus on customer solutions, and take action to create change.
Make excellence possible - We act as one team, make each other better, and work together for an inclusive workspace.
Pioneer new paths - We embrace change, experiment fearlessly, and challenge what’s possible.
Embrace the high bar - We expect excellence, hold ourselves accountable, act ethically, and put safety first.