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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Process Engineering Technician

Pay: $28–$37/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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A Molding Process Engineer develops and engineers improvements in injection molding processes at a manufacturing company. Modifies or creates machines used for injection molding, assists with set up and troubleshooting for equipment, and develops materials to be inserted into molds to create products. Assists with implementing new production and process technologies.

$113,846 / year median in Illinois

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Process Engineering Technician (Injection Molding)

Location:

Buffalo Grove, ILPay:

$28-37/hr

Shift:

6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, 3/3/2 schedulePosition OverviewWe are seeking a strong Injection Molding Process Engineering Technician with hands-on mold setup and processing experience. This is not a press-monitoring role, this position requires ownership of setups, startups, troubleshooting, and technical support to engineering and production teams. Responsibilities Perform mold setup and full tool changeoversExecute startups and validate processing parametersTroubleshoot injection molding presses, molds, and toolingIdentify and resolve tooling vs. process-related issuesAdjust barrel temperatures, pressures, shot size, and cycle parametersProcess various resins, including proper material drying and moisture controlSupport engineering with test runs, yield analysis, and process improvementsMonitor production performance and provide technical guidance to operatorsDocument process data and support continuous improvement initiativesRequired Experience and Skills5+ years of injection molding experience preferredStrong mold setup experience (critical requirement)Hands-on troubleshooting of presses and moldsAbility to restart tools and independently resolve downtime issuesUnderstanding of barrel and screw function and polymer processing fundamentalsAbility to work with minimal supervision and make sound technical decisionsStrong attention to detail and critical thinking skillsScientific molding experienceRJG Master Molder certification or exposureExperience supporting process engineering or development activitiesExperience in cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environmentsBackground in medical, automotive, packaging, or similar molding environmentsQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.