Engineering Contractor
MANUFACTURING & DESIGN CONTRACTOR
Our Engineering Contractor Services offer a flexible hybrid approach, combining onsite and remote support for businesses seeking expert solutions in plastic part design, mold design, injection molding, and process optimization—ensuring efficiency, precision, and innovation.
Design engineering contractor
Our Design Engineering Contractor service provides expert support in plastic part design, prototyping, DFM, and project costing. We offer flexible, project-based solutions to optimize product design and streamline development.
- Part design, ensuring designs are optimized for injection molding.
- Design for Assembly (DFA) to reduce production costs.
- Design for Manufacturability (DFM) to enhance moldability
Process engineering contractor
Our Injection Molding Process Optimization service enhances efficiency, reduces defects, and improves cycle times. We use DoE, SPC, and root cause analysis to fine-tune molding parameters for consistent, high-quality production.
- Injection molding troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ)
- Mold flow analysis
Tooling contractor
Our tooling contractor service provides expert design of high-precision injection molds. We ensure optimal manufacturability, durability, and performance, supporting trouble free production and superior part quality.
- Prototyping and Rapid Tooling
- New tool procurement.
- Optimize the mold design for part quality and reduced cycle time.
Project Management contractor
Our Vendor Management contractor ensures seamless supplier coordination, optimizing procurement, quality, and delivery. We streamline communication, resolve issues, and drive cost-effective solutions for reliable, high-performing vendor partnerships.
- Manager suppliers for material and mold quality.
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management:
- Manage the logistics of injection molded part production.
Contract Engineering Weekly Services
1. Free Discovery Call
Purpose: Understand the client’s project scope, current pain points, required expertise, and preferred working mode (onsite/remote/hybrid).
🎯 Needs assessment (technical gaps, bottlenecks, key deliverables)
🗂️ Initial resource planning (skills required, duration, location preference)
🧩 Discussion of hybrid engagement options
📝 Summary of findings + proposal for engineering support phases
2. Technical Onboarding & Project Kickoff
Purpose: Integrate with client’s team, systems, and expectations.
👥 Assigned engineering resource(s) + point of contact
📋 Working plan outlining tasks, timelines, and responsibilities
🔐 NDA execution + secure access to client files/systems
🛠️ Toolset alignment (CAD software, PLM tools, communication platform)
3. Part & Mold Design Engineering
Purpose: Provide high-level CAD support, DFM input, and mold-ready design development.
🧩 CAD models with DFM considerations for injection molding
📊 Tolerance analysis and engineering drawings (2D with GD&T)
🧠 Design review sessions with feedback iterations
📁 Final part & mold design package ready for tooling or quote
4. Process Optimization & Troubleshooting
Purpose: Identify inefficiencies in the molding process and apply expert-level fixes.
🧪 Process audit report (cycle time, scrap rates, machine setup)
📉 Root cause analysis of molding defects (e.g., flash, short shots, sink)
🔧 Optimization plan: machine parameters, mold temp, gate sizing, etc.
📝 Updated setup sheets + best-practice molding guides
5. Onsite Engineering Support
Purpose: Deploy in-person support for critical phases like tool trials, validation, or process setup.
🏭 Onsite attendance during key events (T1 trials, DOE runs, tech transfers)
📸 Real-time diagnostics + visual documentation of process conditions
📈 Performance improvement report with before/after metrics
🤝 Cross-functional team meeting notes + follow-up action items
6. Project Close-Out & Knowledge Transfer
Purpose: Ensure smooth handoff to internal team and document all completed work.
📁 Full project archive (CAD files, reports, documents, meeting notes)
🧠 Knowledge transfer session (remote or onsite) with key staff
📝 Final summary report of accomplishments, metrics, and future recommendations
🧾 Optional support agreement or retainer for ongoing access
Why Choose A Contract Engineer?
Choose our contractor services for expert engineers in design and manufacturing. |For reliable project management and practical solutions. We can deliver high-quality results on time, ensuring your satisfaction with every project.
- Expert Injection Molding Support
- Comprehensive DFM & Moldflow Analysis
- Regulatory & Validation Expertise