Applications Engineer

About Us: We are agile, innovative, customer-centric, and dedicated to providing specialized, creative solutions in the life science, medical device, and pharmaceutical sectors. G&F Precision tackles challenging projects from concept to execution, offering custom solutions to universal manufacturing needs. The Opportunity We are seeking a dedicated Applications Engineer to discover technical solutions to customers' needs and support G&F's engineering team with implementation. What You'll Do: ~ 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. ~ Program Handoff: Manage the handoff of new programs to the program manager and support their technical needs. What You'll Bring ~ 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. Click Here To View Full Job Description and Apply