Plastic Consumables Development Engineer

Overview

In this role you drive the development of plastic consumables and lead technical projects from research to implementation. You will ensure quality and compliance, working closely with QA, Product Management, and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative tubes, plates, and seals. The position blends hands-on engineering with lifecycle ownership, including patent screening and documentation under ISO standards. You will contribute to a collaborative, quality-focused environment that values innovation and integrity. This is a chance to shape plastics technology for high-impact consumables.

Responsibilities

• Lead development projects for plastic and seal products (tubes, plates, seals).
• Perform technology research, feasibility assessment, and manage patent screening.
• Create and maintain documentation aligned with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
• Develop and update quality control testing procedures for plastics and seals.
• Serve as technical expert to Product Management and Quality teams; generate validation data.
• Provide third-level support for product complaints, including testing and analysis.
• Coordinate benchmark testing and certification activities with external sites when needed.

Key requirements

• Degree in Plastics Technology / Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor or Master) or a Technician with relevant plastics experience.
• Solid knowledge of injection moulding and plastic component design.
• Proficiency in CAD and experience with industrialization of integrated assemblies.
• Expertise in error-cause analysis for injection-moulded parts.
• Proven experience in development, industrialization, and production of plastic components and assemblies.
• Fluent in English; strong written and verbal communication.

• High self-motivation
• Fast learner
• Strong communication
• CAD proficiency
• Injection moulding technology
• Quality documentation (ISO 9001/13485)

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