Project Engineer – Plastic Industry

Purpose of the Role:

To lead and manage new product development (NPD), tooling, and production projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and quality compliance in line with customer and organizational requirements

Educational & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical, Plastics, or Polymer Engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the plastic manufacturing industry with hands-on experience in moulding operations and project handling.

Job Responsibilities

1. Project Planning and Execution

• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource requirements for new moulds, tooling, and production setups.
• Coordinate with design, tooling, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets.

2. Technical Expertise

• Provide technical input during product and mould design reviews for Injection Moulding, Injection /Stretch Blow Moulding, and Extrusion Blow Moulding processes.
• Optimize mould design for manufacturability, cycle time reduction, and material efficiency.
• Review mould flow analysis, material selection, and part design feasibility.
• Support process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) and production trials.

3. Coordination with Cross-functional Teams

• Work closely with R&D, Design, Tool Room, Production, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance teams.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers for technical discussions, approvals, and progress updates.
• Collaborate with procurement for sourcing moulds, machinery, and equipment.

4. Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare and maintain project documentation: timelines, progress reports, and risk assessments.
• Present project status updates to senior management and customers.

Required Skills and Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of Injection Moulding, Blow Moulding, and Extrusion Blow Moulding processes.
• Strong understanding of mould design, tooling, and material properties (PP, HDPE, PET, etc.).
• Project management skills (preferably with experience in MS Project or similar tools).
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and other automotive/consumer plastic industry standards.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person