Injection Molding Engineering Careers

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Plastics & Injection Molding | $116K–$130K + Bonus | Orlando, FL

🌟 Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Engineer IV) – Plastics/Injection Molding Focus

πŸ“ Location: Orlando, FL (On-Site)
✈️ Travel: Up to 40% (primarily to facilities in FL, KY, and PA)
πŸ’Ό Level: Senior
πŸ’΅ Salary Range: $116,160 – $130,680 USD
🎯 Bonus: 7.5% Target Annual Bonus
🎁 Signing Bonus: Negotiable
🚚 Relocation Package: Full Support Available
πŸ›‚ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Your Opportunity to Engineer Impact

Join a dynamic engineering team where you’ll lead complex capital projects and drive performance improvements across high-output plastics and adhesives manufacturing sites. Based in Orlando, this role combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership in project execution, supporting multiple state-of-the-art facilities across the Eastern U.S.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead large and small-scale engineering projects, overseeing all aspects from concept to completion.

  • Act as the central point of contact for capital project execution, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to budget.

  • Evaluate and implement advanced technologies in manufacturing processes; coordinate vendor engagement and equipment selection.

  • Collaborate closely with Plant Engineers, Managers, and Maintenance Teams to optimize equipment reliability, safety, and performance.

  • Contribute to maintenance excellence programs and support root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and automated systems.

  • Mentor maintenance teams and help assess and close technical skill gaps.

  • Provide ongoing technical support and occasionally assist in day-to-day plant engineering operations.

What You Bring to the Table:

Must-Haves:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Plastics preferred)

  • Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the plastics industry

  • Hands-on experience with injection molding and/or profile extrusion

  • Deep understanding of systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, PLCs, and automation

  • Proven track record of leading capital projects and managing multiple priorities

  • Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, project management tools)

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Familiarity with adhesives and sealants production

  • Experience in multi-site engineering support roles

  • Background in maintenance planning or reliability engineering

Why You'll Love This Role:

  • Lead transformative projects that impact production performance across multiple states

  • Work in a high-growth, innovation-driven environment

  • Competitive compensation and growth potential

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including:

    • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan

    • Paid Time Off & Holidays

    • Equity Opportunities

    • Remote flexibility when not traveling or on-site

    • Full relocation support for qualifying candidates

What to Expect in the Hiring Process:

  1. Initial conversation with a recruiter

  2. Interview with hiring manager

  3. On-site panel interview

If you're passionate about manufacturing innovation and ready to take your engineering career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you. Apply now to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced and supportive environment.