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# Applications Engineer

- **Company:** G&F Precision Molding, Inc.
- **Location:** Sturbridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, Application Testing, Microsoft Outlook, SolidWorks (CAD), Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bd3d1585908ea48e

## About the Role

+ Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in applications engineering, manufacturing engineering, injection molding, mold design, technical sales, or a related technical manufacturing role preferred; medical device or other related manufacturing experience is a plus.
 + Education: Bachelor of Science in Plastics or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
 + Visa Status: Authorized to work in the U.S. and eligible to work without sponsorship. Must be ITAR compliant (US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder)
 + Technical Skills: Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, and SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software), alongside the ability to interpret 2D engineering drawings.
 + Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of plastic and silicone injection molding processes, molds, materials, and automation, with ISO 9001 and/or 13485 experience preferred.
 + Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of business internally and externally.
 + Physical Requirements: Ability to wear full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in cleanroom environments, lift up to 15 pounds, and work at a computer for prolonged periods.
 + Travel: Ability to accommodate occasional domestic and international travel, alongside periodic, consistent travel between the Danvers, MA and Fiskdale, MA facilities.

## Description

* Application Evaluation: Evaluate customer silicone rubber and plastic applications for manufacturing approaches.
 * Strategy Identification: Lead tooling, automation, injection molding, and risk reduction strategies to successfully manufacture custom parts.
 * Technology Collaboration: As a developing technical-commercial contributor, you'll partner with mold making, equipment, automation, and material experts to stay up to date with the latest industry technologies.
 * Cost Modeling: Engineer cost models and effectively communicate the value of proposed solutions through quotations.
 * Customer Confidence: Communicates clearly, builds confidence, and honors commitments.
 * Design Leadership: Lead design for manufacturing activities using SolidWorks, mold filling analysis, CT scanning, and other technologies.
 * Prototyping Support: Support evaluations, prototyping and 3D mold design reviews on key projects.
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 + Program Handoff: Manage the handoff of new programs to the program manager and support their technical needs.


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