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RXinsider LTD.

Description Engineer I is the entry level engineering position for manufacturing engineering. The ... Collaborate with tooling vendors for mold design, maintenance, and improvements. * Specify and ...

RXinsider LTD.

Plastic Engineer

Pompano Beach, FL · On-site

Description Engineer I is the entry level engineering position for manufacturing engineering. The ... Collaborate with tooling vendors for mold design, maintenance, and improvements. * Specify and ...

RFA Engineering

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

... plastic processes, castings or forgings, stampings, laser cut parts, and welding or bonding of ... Design experience or exposure to off-road mobile equipment * Ability to address quality issues ...

CRH

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer

Brooksville, FL · On-site

... plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle ... This role will assist with mechanical design, project implementation, capital projects, and ...

Heico

Sustaining Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$94K - $116K/yr

... BSME) * Entry level to 3 years work experience. * Design experience with connector and cable ... Knowledge of plastic and metal materials and their uses/applications. * Understanding of injection ...

HEICO

Sustaining Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$94K - $116K/yr

... BSME) * Entry level to 3 years work experience. * Design experience with connector and cable ... Knowledge of plastic and metal materials and their uses/applications. * Understanding of injection ...

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How much do entry level plastic design jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level plastic design in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Plastic Design vs Entry Level Mechanical Design?

AspectEntry Level Plastic DesignEntry Level Mechanical Design
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, or Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, manufacturing plants, R&D departmentsDesign offices, manufacturing facilities, R&D departments
Industry UsagePlastic product development, injection molding, packagingMechanical components, machinery, consumer products
Common Search IntentEntry Level Plastic Design vs Entry Level Mechanical Design

Entry Level Plastic Design focuses on developing plastic components, requiring knowledge of plastics materials and molding processes. Entry Level Mechanical Design covers a broader range of mechanical systems and components. Both roles often share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but they specialize in different product types. Understanding these differences helps candidates target their job search effectively.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Plastic Design job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,327 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Plastic Engineer

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RXinsider LTD.
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Description

Engineer I is the entry level engineering position for manufacturing engineering. The engineer will work under the direct supervision of a manager and/or more experienced team members, to support the improvements in manufacturing quality, capacity, and stability through solving problems, developing solutions, and executing strategies. The position is intended to prepare engineers new to the medical device industry for advancement to the next level of Engineer II.

The Engineer I role is responsible for day-to-day production support, developing, maintaining and improving production processes. This role will be responsible for supporting and optimizing injection molding processes for plastic components used in manufacturing operations. This role ensures high-quality production, cost efficiency, and compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Develop and validate injection molding processes for new and existing products.
  • Establish and maintain process parameters to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Collaborate with tooling vendors for mold design, maintenance, and improvements.
  • Specify and procure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and automation systems.
  • Participate in equipment development, provide support of User Requirement Specification (URS) creation, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) activities.
  • Troubleshoot tooling and equipment issues to minimize downtime.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, process monitoring sheets and pFMEAs.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects and process deviations.
  • Provide support for CAPA (Corrective Action and Preventive Action), and NC’s (Non-conformances) efforts as assigned.
  • Ensure compliance with new QMSR and customer requirements.
  • Work closely with product development and design engineering to ensure manufacturability of plastic parts.
  • Act as subject matter expert for plastics engineering activities to support new product introduction (NPI) and participate in design reviews.
  • Provide technical guidance to production teams and train operators on best practices.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cycle time, scrap rate, and efficiency.
  • Prepare reports and present findings to management for decision-making.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or other engineering discipline.
  • 0 years of experience required.
  • Proactive learner.
  • Strong knowledge of polymer materials and their properties.
  • Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficient in CAD, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Knowledge of scientific molding principles.
  • Certification in plastics engineering or related field.
Physical / Mental Demands

Working conditions are normal for an office environment.

Work may require weekend and evening work.

Work may require travel.

Physical activity includes sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, reaching above shoulders and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Work under stress in a fast-paced environment.

Must be alert, able to concentrate, and use good judgment.

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