Manufacturing Engineer

Casting Manufacturing EngineerThe Casting Manufacturing Engineer will help to optimize and enhance the casting process and will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the production of high-quality automotive components, while continuously striving for process improvement and cost-effectiveness. The Manufacturing Engineer will apply engineering principles to design and improve casting operations and will report to the Engineering Manager.

ResponsibilitiesDesign casting processes with safety and potential risks top of mind.Implement robust solutions to ensure cast quality is maintained, scrap is minimized, and defective billets do not escape to downstream processes.Optimize casting processes to ensure production targets are met.Assess production losses and develop & implement plans to improve efficiency.Select, design, and implement appropriate tools, equipment, and fixtures to support production needs.Develop subject matter expert level expertise on all tooling, consumables, and equipment spares required for the casting process and drive responsible cross-functions to acceptable results.Create and maintain detailed process documentation (PFMEA, Setup Sheets, Check Sheets), including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.Train team members in operation, adjustment, changeover and troubleshooting equipment.Manage projects for new equipment, equipment upgrades, automation projects, etc., from developing and submittal of requests, through all phases of project management, including timely closure of projects.Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects, using Lean and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste and enhance productivity; track projects to completion including costs savings.Support quality initiatives to ensure compliance with VDA or IATF 16949 requirements.Develop and update facility and equipment layouts.Offer technical guidance to other engineers or engineering support staff as requested.

QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering3-5 years of experience with metal casting preferred, preferably aluminumProficient in software including 3D CAD softwareBasic Understanding of automotive engineering standards (IATF 16949 and/or VDA 6.3, etc.)