Project Engineer

Overview: Working exclusively with our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a Project Engineer to support NPI projects and continued business growth.

 

Remit:

• Fantastic opportunity for a skilled Project Engineer with demonstrable experience of managing NPI projects within injection moulding or other plastics manufacturing disciplines
• This role will suit an ambitious Project Engineer looking to continue their own personal development and further their career within the plastics industry
• The successful Project Engineer will be responsible for introduction of new plastic injection moulded products from concept through to production integration

 

Role:

• In the role of Project Engineer you will lead NPI projects from customer handover through to production
• As Project Engineer you will act as the primary technical point of contact for customers during the NPI phase
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines and progress reports
• Coordinate cross functional teams and activities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, meeting customer quality and performance requirements
• Lead injection moulding projects from RFQ, design, material selection, tool trialling, validation and production
• Liaise with toolmakers, material suppliers and external stakeholders
• Review technical drawings and tooling design approvals
• Review product designs for manufacturability
• Ensure compliance with regulatory quality standards
• Support customer technical discussions, trials and approvals
• Identify opportunities for cycle time reduction, scrap reduction and process improvement
• Support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

 

Experience Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Polymer Engineering or related field and advantage
• Demonstrable experience within injection moulding or other plastics manufacturing disciplines
• Good knowledge of injection moulding processes, tooling and materials
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Familiarity with quality systems, PPAP, FMEA and validation processes
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

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