Project Manager - Sr. Molding Engineer

Job Title: Project Manager - Sr. Molding EngineerJob Description

The Senior Molding Engineer will support Operations, Contract Manufacturing, Global Engineering, New Product Development (NPD), and Research and Development (R&D). This role involves leading projects using proficient project management skills, developing processes, and providing technical expertise in injection molding and related technologies. The candidate will manage project scope, estimate costs, procure tooling, and conduct installation, operational, and process qualifications for new molds.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams or individuals using influence techniques to support client needs.

• Coordinate project activities across multi-functional and cross-geographical teams.

• Mentor others by providing guidance and technical expertise.

• Demonstrate technical and professional competencies on medium to high-profile projects.

• Prepare project scope definitions and cost estimates.

• Break technical projects into fundamental tasks and manage project goals and schedules.

• Negotiate for resources, assign tasks, and ensure commitments are met.

• Monitor project progress and develop solutions to potential problems.

• Prepare reports or financial justifications and communicate results to management.

• Develop process concepts and alternatives, and prepare justifications for financial authorization.

• Lead or coordinate the design and testing of pilot processes for proof of concept work.

• Create process specifications and relevant documentation to support process introductions.

• Manage vendor partner relationships in the procurement of equipment.

• Complete process development and testing using systematic processes and techniques.

• Provide technical support for NPD, R&D, Contract Manufacturing, and Operations.

• Understand accounting principles and use business principles to evaluate alternatives.

• Create molding concepts and original mold designs, and integrate total molding systems.

• Create detailed quotes for new production equipment.

• Identify mold-related defects and provide direction to resolve issues.

Essential Skills

• Plastics injection molding

• Project management

• Process development

• Technical support

• Molding

• Solidworks

• FEA

• RJG certificate

• Scientific molding

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8+ years of relevant experience

• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in mold procurement and qualification

• BSME/EE/Chem E or equivalent required

Work Environment

The role is situated in a larger R&D environment, with a requirement to be on-site for four days per week and the option to work from home one day per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mundelein, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mundelein,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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