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Senior Specialist Injection Mold Design Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$90K - $123K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Manufacturing Engineer provides technical leadership for manufacturing ... Deep understanding of injection molding processes, tooling design, and process optimization

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$90K - $123K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Manufacturing Engineer provides technical leadership for manufacturing ... Deep understanding of injection molding processes, tooling design, and process optimization

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$90K - $123K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Manufacturing Engineer provides technical leadership for manufacturing ... Deep understanding of injection molding processes, tooling design, and process optimization

Identify tooling design or performance issues and escalate recommendations to engineering teams ... injection molding tooling * Expert knowledge of mold systems, materials, and wear mechanisms

The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing injection molding ... Support mold design reviews, sampling (FAI, PPAP), and process validation. Help ensure tools and ...

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What is the difference between Senior Specialist Injection Mold Design Engineer vs Injection Mold Design Engineer?

AspectSenior Specialist Injection Mold Design EngineerInjection Mold Design Engineer
QualificationsTypically requires 5+ years experience, specialized certifications in mold designUsually 2-4 years experience, foundational knowledge in mold design
ResponsibilitiesLead complex mold projects, optimize designs, mentor junior engineersAssist in mold design, create CAD models, support manufacturing
Work EnvironmentDesign departments, R&D labs, collaborative teamsDesign teams, manufacturing plants, technical support roles

The Senior Specialist Injection Mold Design Engineer generally has more experience, takes on complex projects, and provides mentorship. In contrast, the Injection Mold Design Engineer focuses on supporting mold design tasks and gaining experience in the field.

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Injection Molding (Automation) Technician

Cadence Inc

Staunton, VA • On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Join a team where precision meets innovation.

Are you passionate about driving innovation in manufacturing and bringing new products to life? Join Cadence, a leader in contract medical device manufacturing, as an Injection Molding (Automation) Technician and play a pivotal role in supporting the manufacturing of quality medical devices. This Staunton, VA onsite position is ideal for an individual with expertise in scientific molding and injection molding process development who thrives on delivering high-quality solutions in a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do:

  • Collaboration: Partner with design, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure manufacturability, quality, and scalability of new and existing products ensuring seamless transitions from design to production.
  • Develop Manufacturing Processes: Design and optimize robust, repeatable, and scalable processes for injection molding and plastics-based manufacturing.
  • Process Validation: Oversee process validation activities ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing processes.
  • Troubleshooting: Provide technical support to resolve production issues related to injection molding and automation.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, scientific/injection molding processes and development. Automation experience a plus. Master Molder/RJG certifications are a plus.
  • Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, tooling, and materials; experience with mold design and troubleshooting is a plus.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex manufacturing challenges.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
  • Project Management: Experience managing multiple projects with tight deadlines and budgets.

Why Join Our Team

  • Work on advanced, custom-built automation systems in a clean, high-tech environment.
  • Play a direct role in manufacturing life-changing medical devices.
  • Be part of a culture that values continuous improvement and technical excellence.
  • Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities.


Consistent with Cadence's career architecture, this position may be staffed at varying experience levels. The level offered, along with the associated compensation range, will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.


Shift Schedule: Rotating 12-hour shift (2, 2, 3)