Azenta Life Sciences
Plastic Consumables Development Engineer

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Job Title
Plastic Consumables Development Engineer
Job Description
We are looking to add an experienced Plastic Consumables Development Engineer who will be responsible for the development and technical project leadership of various plastic and seal products, including tubes, plates, and seals. The role involves overseeing the entire product lifecycle from technology research and feasibility studies to patent activities and product implementation.
The engineer will also provide technical support for quality control, product management, and customer feedback, ensuring high standards in plastic consumable products. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative plastic consumables within a collaborative and quality-focused engineering environment. If you are passionate about plastics technology and driven to make a difference, we invite you to apply and join our team.
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What You Will Do
- Product Development and Project Leadership: Lead development projects for plastic and seal products, including tubes, plates, and seals.
- Technology Research and Feasibility Studies: Conduct research on relevant technologies, assess feasibility, and manage patent screening. Identify opportunities for proprietary patents.
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards, ensuring compliance with quality requirements.
- Testing and Quality Control: Develop and implement new quality control testing procedures for plastics and seal products, updating them as needed.
- Technical Expertise: Act as the technical expert supporting Product Management and Quality teams. Generate data for technical validation and testing.
- Product Complaint Support: Provide third-level support for product complaints, including comparative testing and analysis.
- Benchmark and Certification Testing: Conduct and coordinate benchmark testing, data generation, and certification processes in collaboration with external testing sites when necessary.
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- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Plastics Technology / Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Plastics Technology, or a degree as a Technician with relevant plastics technology experience
- Technical Skills:
- Solid knowledge of injection moulding technology and plastic-friendly component design.
- Proficiency in CAD software and experience with the industrialization and production of integrated assemblies in controlled environments.
- Expertise in error-cause analysis for injection-moulded components.
- Experience: Proven experience in the development, industrialization, and production of plastic components and assemblies.
Soft Skills:
- High self-motivation and quick learning ability.
- Strong communication skills with a passion for interdisciplinary and intercultural collaboration.
- Fluent in English.
If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance.
Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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