Principal Polymer Processing Engineer, Injection Molding

Principal Polymer Processing Engineer Injection Molding Location: Largo, FL (Remote) Department: Engineering / Operations Job Category: Engineering Career Track: Individual Contributor Job Profile: Principal Engineer Reports To: Sr. Director Advanced Manufacturing Engineering FLSA Status: Exempt ***This position is not eligible for employer-based sponsorship*** Position Summary The Principal Polymer Processing Engineer is a recognized technical expert responsible for advancing injection molding capabilities, polymer processing technologies, and manufacturing performance across CONMED.

This role provides technical leadership for the plastic parts design geometry for injection molding manufacturability; for new injection molds design conceptualization, manufacturing and performance testing; for the plastic injection molding cell equipment selection and performance testing; for the plastic injection molding process optimization and qualification; and for the sustaining support of the plastic injection molding process and mold’s production life cycle maintenance for plastic parts used to manufacture medical devices and components.

Working across Engineering, Operations, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and external partners, the Principal Polymer Processing Engineer leads highly complex technical initiatives from concept through commercialization and ongoing production. The individual serves as a trusted technical advisor, applying advanced engineering judgment to solve critical processing challenges; establishing technical standards; reducing manufacturing risk; and improving product quality, cost, capacity and reliability.