Applications Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Applications Engineer

Company: G&F Precision Molding Inc.
Department: Sales
Reports to: Director of Business Development
Location: Onsite – Fiskdale, MA or Danvers, MA (5 days/week)
Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 per year (Salary Exempt)

About Us
We are agile, innovative, customer-centric, and dedicated to providing specialized, creative solutions in the life science, medical device, and pharmaceutical sectors. G&F Precision tackles challenging projects from concept to execution, offering custom solutions to universal manufacturing needs.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated Applications Engineer to discover technical solutions to customers’ needs and support G&F’s engineering team with implementation.

What You’ll Do

• Application Evaluation: Evaluate customer silicone rubber and plastic applications for manufacturing approaches.
• Strategy Identification: Lead tooling, automation, injection molding, and risk reduction strategies to successfully manufacture custom parts.
• Technology Collaboration: As a developing technical-commercial contributor, you’ll partner with mold making, equipment, automation, and material experts to stay up to date with the latest industry technologies.
• Cost Modeling: Engineer cost models and effectively communicate the value of proposed solutions through quotations.
• Customer Confidence: Communicates clearly, builds confidence, and honors commitments.
• Design Leadership: Lead design for manufacturing activities using SolidWorks, mold filling analysis, CT scanning, and other technologies.
• Prototyping Support: Support evaluations, prototyping and 3D mold design reviews on key projects.
• Program Handoff: Manage the handoff of new programs to the program manager and support their technical needs.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, injection molding, mold design, technical sales, or a related technical manufacturing role preferred; medical device or other related manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Plastics or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Visa Status: Authorized to work in the U.S. and eligible to work without sponsorship. Must be ITAR compliant (US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder)
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, and SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software), alongside the ability to interpret 2D engineering drawings.
• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of plastic and silicone injection molding processes, molds, materials, and automation, with ISO 9001 and/or 13485 experience preferred.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of business internally and externally.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to wear full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in cleanroom environments, lift up to 15 pounds, and work at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Travel: Ability to accommodate occasional domestic and international travel, alongside periodic, consistent travel between the Danvers, MA and Fiskdale, MA facilities.

What Benefits We Offer

A comprehensive rewards package to support your health, wealth, and professional growth:

• Financial Security: 401(k) with company matching; Critical Illness, Group Accident, Long-Term Disability, AD&D and Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Account.
• Time Off: 3 weeks’ Vacation, 40 hours Sick Time and 8 hours Civic Day per year; and 9 Paid Holidays.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Pet Insurance and Parental Leave.
• Growth: Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Assistance.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance is not available.

Equal Opportunity Employer
G&F Precision Molding Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to join our team? Apply today!