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Temp Injection Molding Process Engineer Jobs in Elgin, IL

Eric V Stearley CPC & Associates Inc.

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MIM Operations Manager (Metal Injection Molding)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$155K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Seeking an Operation for Production Manager or Engineer with metal injection molding experience ... This position oversees a team of technical experts, including Sr. Process Engineer, and partners ...

Clayens US LLC

Process Engineer

Crystal Lake, IL · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Apply Scientific Injection Molding principles to new/current processes by directly running ... Interfaces with Quality and Engineering Departments to resolve manufacturing production issues.

Ingersoll-Rand plc

Sr. Molding Engineer

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop, validate and optimize molding processes for HCR injection, compression and transfer ... Partner with Tooling Engineer on gate/vent design for silicone and rubber molds, cold‑runner or ...

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Ingersoll-Rand

Sr. Molding Engineer

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop, validate and optimize molding processes for HCR injection, compression and transfer ... Partner with Tooling Engineer on gate/vent design for silicone and rubber molds, cold runner or ...

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OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Understanding of Molding tool room equipment. * Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Understanding of Molding tool room equipment. * Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Understanding of Molding tool room equipment. * Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Understanding of Molding tool room equipment. * Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

OTTO Engineering

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Understanding of Molding tool room equipment. * Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

OTTO Engineering, Inc.

Injection Mold Maker

Carpentersville, IL · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Understanding of Molding tool room equipment. * Knowledge of piece part inspection to quality ... OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran Federal Notices Federal EEOC ...

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How much do temp injection molding process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for temp injection molding process engineer in Elgin, IL is $90,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,600.00 and $101,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temp Injection Molding Process Engineer vs Injection Molding Technician?

AspectTemp Injection Molding Process EngineerInjection Molding Technician
ResponsibilitiesDesigns, optimizes, and oversees injection molding processes to improve quality and efficiency.Operates and maintains injection molding machines, ensuring production runs smoothly.
Required SkillsProcess engineering, troubleshooting, and process optimization skills.Machine operation, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance skills.
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; certifications in process improvement are common.Technical diploma or certification in manufacturing or machine operation.
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, manufacturing plants, and process development settings.Production floors and machine operation areas.

The Temp Injection Molding Process Engineer focuses on process design and optimization, while the Injection Molding Technician handles daily machine operation and maintenance. Both roles are essential in manufacturing, but they differ in scope, responsibilities, and required qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Temp Injection Molding Process Engineer job openings in Elgin, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,960 per year, or $43.7 per hour.

Project Engineer - Plastic Injection Molding

Sterling Engineering Inc.

South Elgin, IL

$100K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Title: Project Engineer - Plastic Injection Molding
Location: South Elgin, IL
Pay Rate: $100,000-135,000 + bonus structure
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Matching 401k up to 6% with Safe Harbor
Several paid company days off in addition to paid holidays and PTO
Yearly compensation increases

This is a hands-on opportunity for an engineer with plastics and injection molding experience who enjoys solving complex design challenges, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and seeing projects move from concept to finished production. You’ll have significant exposure to tooling design, mold development, prototyping, customer engineering, material selection, and manufacturing process improvement, with opportunities to work on both domestic and international projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead new program development from initial quotation through production.
  • Serve as a primary engineering contact for customers and tooling suppliers.
  • Analyze customer prints and tooling quotation requests and prepare tooling quotations.
  • Procure tooling and coordinate the design and build process.
  • Ensure new tooling is designed and built to support robust, reliable manufacturing processes.
  • Conduct design reviews and preliminary tool reviews with cross-functional teams.
  • Place tooling purchase orders and monitor supplier progress, quality, timing, and compliance with agreed designs.
  • Conduct pre-sampling and post-sampling meetings with project teams.
  • Partner with Sales on technical design projects, including prototyping and design recommendations.
  • Support metal-to-plastic conversion projects and identify opportunities created through product design changes.
  • Develop piece-part designs and identify qualified sources for design, tooling, and prototyping activities.
  • Perform mold simulation analysis using Moldex3D.
Qualifications
  • Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Plastics Technology, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
  • Must have at least 3–5 years of plastic injection molding experience.
  • Strong computer skills, including CAD—preferably SolidWorks but open to other design software
  • Broad understanding of plastic materials, including PP, ABS, Acetal, and Nylon.
  • Ability to manage projects, coordinate with multiple stakeholders, and follow through on deadlines.
  • Willingness and ability to travel a couple of times a year domestically and internationally when required (Italy, Mexico, China).
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.