Senior Plastics Engineer Injection Molding (f/m/d)

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible. We're dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We're always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

About the opportunity As part of our Global Plastics Technologies Team in Hilden, you play a key role in managing the full life cycle of plastic components – from development through to serial production. This is a fixed-term position for a period of two years, offering the opportunity to take technical ownership of injection-molded components in a regulated highly, international environment. You cooperate closely with internal stakeholders and global suppliers to ensure robust, high-quality manufacturing solutions.

Your tasks include Qualifying and validating tools for the production of plastic components

Preparing and coordinating initial sample inspection reports together with internal inspection teams or external service providers

Managing technical changes and deviations within a regulated environment

Performing technical evaluations and processing error and deviation reports

Supporting the transfer of technologies from development into serial production

Creating and updating 2D and 3D drawings of plastic components

Leading technical projects for injection-molded parts, including specifications, tool release, sampling, series launch, and capacity planning in collaboration with international suppliers

Your profile Degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable technical qualification

Hands-on experience in qualification and tool release processes

Strong knowledge of plastics processing and tool technology; experience with injection molding of microfluidic components is a plus

Experience with change management in regulated environments (e.g. GMP, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries)

Background in industrialization and serial production of integrated assemblies, as well as proficiency with common CAD programs

Structured and independent working style, high self-motivation, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Fluent in English and German, both written and spoken, with willingness to travel ruling (mainly within Europe and North America)

What we offer

Bonus/Commission

Local benefits

Referral Program

Volunteer Day

Internal Academy (QIALearn)

Employee Assistance Program

Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.

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