[OE] Molding Technology - Principal Engineer

This position is a senior technical role in the Molding Technology Group within our Global Operations Engineering team in Taiwan.

Your responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of experts to support the production of injection molded components for our autoinjector systems.
• Understand current practices and develop new or improved scientific molding processes and methodologies based on in-depth processing experience, plastics engineering fundamentals and materials science knowledge. Promote use of new technologies and industry-leading trends. Provide highest level of technical expertise.
• Lead engineering accountability for molds, component manufacturing and corresponding processes within our production system.
• Collaborate closely with Plant / Production manager, tool makers and maintenance, quality and process development on performance/process improvements and trouble shooting.
• Lead the development of improvement plans and requirements for capacity expansion and future mold generations and production setups.
• Lead improvement programs and capacity deployment in injection molding.
• Accountable for manufacturing acceptance of new molds in regular production
• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and definition of manufacturing requirements for new products and product care initiatives.
• Organize and lead plant level training activities to improve molding problem solving capabilities and process efficiencies.

Your qualification

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or similar education/experience
• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience with hands-on experience with multi-cavity hot runner injection molding systems
• Deep understanding of mold and machine setup, molding machine operation, process optimization, as well as mold design/function.
• Thorough understanding and excellent hands-on experience with auxiliary equipment (i.e. Hot runners, controllers, Polymer dryers, Thermolator, Mold heaters, robot/take out systems, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of engineering resin characteristics / validation of new polymer materials and molding processes for medical grade polymers.
• Statistical analysis knowledge, including an understanding of Scientific molding processes, the mold- machine- material- process interactions, Design of Experiments (DoE) and mold qualification protocols.
• Advanced knowledge of common problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies
• Proven track record in leading and developing a team of highly specialized experts; management experience.
• Advanced knowledge in process development, verification, and validation
• Passionate & committed self-starter with “can do” attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done.
• Previous exposure to a highly regulated industry (e.g. medical, pharmaceutical) and knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. ISO13485, cGMP) is a plus.
• Intercultural and interdisciplinary communication skills; able to communicate effectively in English (verbal, written)
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin is highly desirable

We offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible hours and working from home policy.
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within the global organization