Senior Extrusion Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client, a rapidly growing medical device technology company in the Carlsbad, CA area, is seeking a Senior Extrusion Engineer to support the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced extruded components. We are partnering directly with the hiring manager on this search. The company offers a competitive total compensation package, including base salary, annual bonus, and equity (stock/RSUs). This role is onsite - 5 days/week.

Overview:
The Extrusion Engineer will play a key role across R&D, process development, and manufacturing, supporting a new production extrusion line. This role focuses on the design, development, validation, and sustainment of complex extruded tubing and components for medical device applications. You will collaborate cross functionally with R&D, Operations, Quality Engineering, and Supply Chain, while also mentoring operators and technical staff.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead design, development, and sustainment of extruded tubing and components for medical device applications
* Evaluate performance, user, and clinical requirements and translate them into robust extrusion solutions
* Develop and optimize processes for: Single- and multi lumen tubing; Multi-layer tubing with wire substrate coating; Coil- and braided reinforced tubing; PTFE lined and multi durometer sectioned tubing
* Work hands on with extrusion equipment, tooling, and systems, including: Extruders, pump systems, dryers, ovens; Unwind/rewind loaders, vacuum tanks, pullers/cutters; System controls and fixtures
* Lead installation, qualification, and validation of manufacturing equipment, including documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ, specifications, procedures)
* Drive improvements in yield, efficiency, and process capability
* Partner with suppliers and vendors on extrusion materials, shafts, and braiding
* Thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Plastics Engineering Technology, or a related field
* 5+ years of hands-on extrusion experience, preferably in medical devices or other highly regulated industries
* Strong experience with polymer and material science, including: Polyurethane, polyolefins, polycarbonate, PET; Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), HDPE, PA; PEBAX, nylon, and nylon based copolymers
* Proven experience developing extrusion processes of increasing complexity
* Experience working in regulated environments (FDA regulated medical devices strongly preferred)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills
* Strong documentation, organizational, and procedural discipline
* Ability to understand and translate customer requirements into technical solutions

Nice to have:
* Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Plastics Engineering or Materials Engineering
* Experience with cardiovascular or advanced medical tubing products
* Knowledge of FDA regulations, guidelines, and quality system requirements

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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