Process Engineer- Overmolding

As a Junior Process Materials Engineer specializing in overmolding at Tempel

you will play a crucial role in optimizing overmolding processes and materials to enhance product quality

performance

and reliability.

Reporting directly to the Director of Tool Engineering

you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative solutions that meet customer requirements and drive operational excellence in the overmolding department.

This role has the flexibility to work remotely if the candidate is willing to travel to Chicago 1-2 times a month.


* Collaborate with design

engineering

and manufacturing teams to develop and optimize overmolding processes for electrical steel laminations

ensuring compatibility with various substrates and achieving desired mechanical and electrical properties.


* Assist in the selection and qualification of overmolding materials

including thermoplastics

thermosets

and elastomers

conducting material characterization

and testing to evaluate performance and suitability for specific applications.


* Support the design and development of overmolding tooling and fixtures

working closely with tooling engineers to optimize mold design

cavity geometry

and process parameters for maximum efficiency and quality.


* Conduct process validation and optimization activities

including DOE (Design of Experiments) studies

process capability analysis

and root cause analysis

to identify opportunities for improvement and enhance process robustness.


* Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to production teams

assisting in the resolution of process-related issues

quality deviations

and non-conformances in the overmolding department.


* Act as a subject matter expert capable of assisting customers with design and engineering concerns on overmolding projects

Requirements:


* Bachelor's or master's degree in Materials Science

Mechanical Engineering

or related field.


* 1-3 years of experience in materials engineering

process engineering

or a related field

with a focus on overmolding processes and materials.


* Solid understanding of overmolding principles

including material selection

mold design

injection molding processes

and process optimization techniques.


* Knowledge of thermoplastic and thermoset materials

including their properties

processing characteristics

and performance considerations in overmolding applications.


* Proficiency in CAD software and simulation tools for mold design and analysis is advantageous.

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