Database engineer Jobs in Oshawa, ON

Education

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred but will consider others)
• 3 yrs+ experience as a Process / Product Engineer
• Good knowledge of injection molding processes, ideally in an automotive Tier 1 or 2 environment - hands-on injection mold machine knowledge (up to 1200T) - hands-on experience in processing new molds, including the knowledge of what adjustments to make and how to make them if there are issues with the parts coming off the press - should also be capable of setting up molds when required - experience with injection machines with 750 Ton+ capacity
• Decisive with leadership qualities
• Able to interact with others and support / mentor
• Ability to clearly communicate and train employees on process standards
• Computer literate (MS Office, Outlook)

Duties / Responsibilities

• Play a key role in leading process development and overseeing daily injection molding operations
• Be instrumental in the successful launch of new molds
• Establish robust and efficient processes, supporting accurate quoting and driving continuous improvement across the company’s molding operations
• Injection Molding Process Development - Establish, document, and optimize molding process parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time) for new and existing tools - Conduct DOE and scientific molding studies to enhance quality, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency - Lead first-off and validation runs for new molds; support PPAP and capability studies in collaboration with Quality - Troubleshoot process issues such as warpage, short shots, and inconsistent cycle times to ensure stable production
• Tooling & Mold Review - Determine machine tonnage, clamp force, and shot size requirements for each part / tool at quotation stage - Collaborate with tooling vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure new tools meet company standards and project timelines
• Supervision & Technical Leadership - Supervise and mentor injection molding technicians, set-up staff across all shifts - Ensure process consistency, adherence to standard work, and proper documentation - Develop and deliver technical training programs to improve team competency and troubleshooting skills