Manufacturing Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Automation & Process Development Identify, develop, and implement automation solutions throughout the foundry and CNC machining operations.Support robotic integration projects and automated manufacturing systems.Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and recommend process improvements.Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.

Manufacturing Engineering Support new product introductions as part of a cross-functional engineering team.Develop and improve manufacturing processes for aluminum sand castings and secondary machining operations.Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards.Support APQP, PPAP, and customer quality requirements.Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve manufacturing performance.

Simulation & Engineering Utilize MAGMASOFT (or similar casting simulation software) to optimize gating, risering, solidification, and casting quality.Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews with customers and internal teams.Analyze manufacturing data to improve process capability and reduce variation.

Tooling & Design Design machining fixtures, workholding, gauges, and manufacturing tooling.Assist with pattern design and tooling improvements.Create and modify 3D CAD models and engineering drawings.Support tooling development for new and existing products.

CNC Manufacturing Work with machining personnel to improve CNC manufacturing processes.Design fixtures and workholding solutions that improve quality, repeatability, and productivity.Support machining process development and troubleshooting.

Follow all safety policies and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.