Project Engineer, Medical Injection Molding Programs

Join SMC to Build What Matters

Every day at SMC, Ltd., you’ll help transform designs into life-changing medical products. Picture your day: you scan the project plan you built, sync with toolmakers and automation partners, and shape solutions that guide tooling, molding, and assembly from concept to stable production. In the afternoon, you run design of experiments, capture data, and translate results into robust validation reports—then hand off a ready-to-run process to manufacturing.

About SMC

SMC, Ltd. is a global, premium supplier to the medical market. Our growth is driven by people who thrive on speed, technology, and exceptional performance. If you’re equally dedicated, you’ll find a long runway here.

What You’ll Own

• Drive new program execution from quoting support through development, validation, and Release to Manufacturing (RTM).
• Research, design, and develop project elements: molds, tooling, automation, fixtures, EOAT, processes, and secondary equipment (in-house and with external partners).
• Build and manage timelines that reflect quoted lead times and customer milestones for validation, pilots, and approvals.
• Meet customer deliverables while balancing quality targets and financial objectives.
• Apply sound project management with cross-functional and supplier teams; serve as a technical point-of-contact for customers.
• Review products for conformance to engineering principles, standards, and customer specifications.
• Provide guidance on product design, material selection, mold design, manufacturing, secondary ops, and validations.
• Plan and execute thorough mold/process/assembly trials to ensure robust, scalable manufacturing.
• Define DOE goals, execute studies, and resolve issues surfaced by testing.
• Author and review validation protocols, reports, and summaries; develop the Device Master Record (DMR) and ensure internal documentation is complete at RTM.
• Support post-RTM activities and tackle issues as they arise.
• Champion a safe workplace by following all SMC safety policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• BS in Plastics Engineering (or similar) with 2+ years relevant experience; or a two-year post–high school diploma with 6+ years related experience.
• Clear, effective communicator with strong interpersonal and written skills.
• Hands-on experience with decoupled molding and scientific molding methods.
• Manufacturing know-how across workflow, layout, assembly, and production equipment.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative team player with sharp problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD.

Bonus Points

• SolidWorks expertise.
• Leadership experience.
• Background in the medical device industry.
• Lean manufacturing exposure.

How We Support You

• Clean, climate-controlled environment
• Stable schedule
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotional opportunities
• Training and career growth programs
• Amazing co-workers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Our compensation is anchored in fairness and consistency. Offers are made within defined ranges based on relevant factors like experience, education, and certifications—we do not hire outside the posted range.

Tools You’ll Use

• 2D Drawings (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• CAD Software (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• CAM Software

Core Proficiencies

• Project Management
• Troubleshooting Skills
• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• Operational Risk Management
• Engineering Degree

Legal and Accessibility

ADA Requirements:

• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer
• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally
• Lift, move or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally
• Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards
• Travel by air or car occasionally

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​