Test Engineering Technologist - Process Packaging (G)

Husky Injection Molding Systems; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a Test Engineering Technologist in Bolton to lead testing initiatives for new product development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or chemical engineering and over 5 years of experience in testing complex systems. Responsibilities include supporting material development and evaluating application performance while contributing to best practices. This position offers opportunities for growth and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Growth and advancement opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience testing and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems.
• Experience with Plastic Processing/Part quality optimization.
• Excellent understanding of fluid power and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Plan, Execute, Analyze, and Lead on testing for new Product Development.
• Support development testing of new applications/materials.
• Contribute to development of Process Guidelines and Best Practices.

Skills

Initiative/motivation

Flexibility

Teamwork

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

BS in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science

Tools

Husky Injection Molding machines

Data Acquisition sensors

Job description

Test Engineering Technologist - Process Packaging (G)

Title: Test Engineering Technologist - Process Packaging (G)

Id: 20663

Type: FullTime

JOB PURPOSE

• Plan, Execute, Analyze, Lead.
• Our Development Engineering team is a global engineering team focused on developing new products, technologies that will deliver robust repeatable solutions for our customers. We develop these solutions through building on our core products and creating new products to enter new markets.
• To accelerate time-to-market with effective solutions that keep our customers in the lead, we leverage a powerful risk prioritized product development process. The Test Engineering Technologist plays a critical role by working within the Innovation and Sustainability Team, helping to bring physical testing results to component and system designs.
• This is a great role within Husky and the successful candidate will be able to see many facets of the company gaining a deep understanding of the developmental engineering process. This role can therefore also be a great foundation for future roles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, Execute, Analyze and Lead on System Level and Part-Quality related testing for new Product Development initiatives by establishing baseline process, cycle time limits, process window limits, and performing systematic process troubleshooting for all part quality and system defects
• Support the development testing of new applications/materials (eg. BioResins, rPET, Multilayer PET and Packaging, Medical, etc)
• Contribute to development of Process Guidelines and Best Practices and assist with establishing pass/fail criteria for new applications as required
• Participate in up front risk identification efforts through FMEA or other
• Participate in test plan review and contribute to improve reliability of data
• Challenge design performance and robustness, identify issues and opportunities for improvement up to and including system level
• Support customer startups/Early Adopters through system buyoff/acceptance and Product Launch Team support.

CRITICAL CAPABILITIES

• Initiative/motivation
• Flexibility
• Willingness to travel
• Subject Matter Expertise (Breadth and Depth of Knowledge) related to Plastic Processing/Part Quality optimization with specific focus on Packaging Applications/Resins
• Committed to delivering results
• Integrity and Respect
• Teamwork

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science background preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience testing and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems
• 5+ years of experience working in project teams, with both external and internal customers
• 5+ years experience with Plastic Processing/Part quality optimization; Thinwall Packaging process experience considered a pre-requisite, experience with PET Preforms, Closures, Medical applications is beneficial
• Excellent understanding of fluid power and electrical schematic
• Experience with data analysis and writing technical reports
• previous hands-on experience operating Husky Injection Molding machines
• knowledge of Instrumentation setup and Data Acquisition for sensors including Pressure Transducers, Flow Meters, Thermocouples, Thermal Cameras, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Plastics Processing (Thinwall Packaging, PET, Closures, Medical, etc)
• Strong Knowledege in electrical , mechanical and fluid power systems
• Ability to work independently and to be part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to balance multiple initiatives with unique schedules and needs
• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Fundamental system understanding of the injection molding process and plastic resin families, and the auxiliary equipment commonly used

Husky Technologies TM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky Technologies TM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.

Husky Technologies TM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

No agency or telephone inquiries please.