Requisition ID 75849 -Posted 10/22/2026
What you’ll do:
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Molding Process Engineer is responsible for the development, validation and innovation of new ideas, products, processes, materials and all the specific tools necessary for the molding industry in general, at an advanced engineering level. Defines and implements the functions of troubleshooting, assembly, modification, design and replacement of molds, dies and tooling; ensuring compliance with product and process specifications, maximizing efficiency in the use of resources and favorably impacting operating indicators such as: Quality, Service and Cost.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Coordinate and participate with HPWT (High Performance Work Teams) to achieve Hive Five Metrics
Propose and implement actions to reduce the scrap in Molding Area
Define, develop and implement efficient molding processes
Improve efficiency and cycle time in Molding Processes
Leads value engineering, DOE, and RIE events to improve part cost, quality, and performance.
Implementation and management of equipment installation, layout changes and improvements
Training and validation of the activities of technical and operational personnel in the use of molding equipment
Investigation of machine and mold damage, customer complaints, or production defects
Validation of new molds and defining process parameters
Conditioning machines or equipment designed to improve production conditions
Plans the sequences of operations and specifies the procedures for the development of tools or equipment and other functions that affect production
Project management
Establish strategies / parameters for the use of team capabilities
Process Validation for engineering changes or new products (PPAP Level 3,
Use of statistical tools (Minitab)
Knowledge of plastics and engineering resins
Problem solving and decision making
Scientific Molding (Master Molder 1)
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Qualifications:
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Plastics Engineering (Polymers), Tool Engineering, Related Careers
+5 years of experience in similar positions
Fluent in English/Spanish
Cost Out projects experience
Solving Problem techniques (5 Why's, 8D's, etc.)
Using statistical tools (Minitab)
Project management
Scientific Molding (Master Molder 1)
Solid Works, Mold design
Molding Process
Resins (Polymers)
Molds (Cold runner & Hot runner, Valve gate, Cores…etc)
Individual Contributor Competencies:
Possess Effective Communication Skills
Demonstrates a Collaborative Style
Drives for Results
Make Decisions/Solves Problems
Promotes and Champions Change
Pursues Personal Development
Supplier/Customer Relationships
Other Competencies
Strong ethics and professional presence required
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Sense of urgency
Proactive and organized
Teamwork player
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Quality System Responsibility
Perform activities according to Quality policies (EQMS).
Complete annual review of functional procedures.
Active participation in customer and quality system audits.
Responsibility for Continuous Improvement
Carry out continuous improvement activities in my area of responsibility through the deployment and use of Eaton Business System policies and processes such as ELSS, CIF, PRO-Launch, EQS and other applicable.
Active participation in the ideas program
Identify opportunities for cost savings and work with the Operational Excellence department to execute savings projects.
Attend assigned training courses.
Mesh Responsibility
Perform activities according to the elements of MESH principles, and methodologies to prevent accidents.
Active participation in BBS.
Report any activity that may jeopardize my safety and the environment of my colleagues.
Appropriate use of PPE.
Separate hazardous waste from normal waste.
Place hazardous waste (gloves, rags, etc.) in the assigned containers.
Keep the area clean and free of contaminants.
Do not waste water or electricity.
Identify and dispose of all chemical products that can contaminate the environment.
Act immediately in cases of chemical discharges.
Ensure use of appropriate containers for disposal of hazardous waste (identify containers and containers that prevent spills.
Ensure proper storage of hazardous waste.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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