Application Engineer, Injection Molding
The Application Engineer, Injection Molding role at Xometry focuses on supporting manufacturing operations within a dynamic and innovative company known for its advanced platform connecting engineers and designers with manufacturing solutions. As part of the Injection Molding team, this position plays a critical part in leveraging Xometry’s digital manufacturing marketplace to deliver top-quality custom parts to customers across various industries. The engineer works closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, product management, and suppliers, to ensure technical project success and customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include evaluating customer project requirements, recommending suitable manufacturing processes, and serving as a technical conduit between clients and manufacturing partners. Day-to-day tasks involve providing technical input on designs for manufacturability, troubleshooting process challenges, and generating quotations for complex injection molding projects. The Application Engineer also supports project execution from initial quote through production, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and delivery goals.
Qualified candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and demonstrated expertise in injection molding, including tool design, materials selection, and process troubleshooting. Strong communication skills, experience interfacing with clients and suppliers, and proficiency in CAD software and quoting tools are essential. Prior experience in a customer-facing engineering or technical sales support role is highly valued. A solid understanding of industrial manufacturing processes and a results-oriented approach are important for success in this position.
Xometry offers competitive compensation including base salary with performance-based incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package with health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan options. The environment encourages professional growth, learning, and teamwork, making it an ideal workplace for proactive engineers seeking to make an impact in digital manufacturing.