Senior Casting Engineer (Onsite)
$86,800–$165,200 year
On-siteRockford, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Oversee manufacturability of complex geometry sand-cast components for aerospace systems like Integrated Drive Generators and Variable Frequency Generators. Conduct thorough evaluations of engineering drawings to ensure designs are feasible and optimized for production. Design and review tooling for casted components, focusing on producibility, quality, and cost. Collaborate with plant sites and suppliers to develop manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement. Create standardized work procedures and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality. Identify root causes of production issues and implement corrective actions to maintain efficient operations. This role requires 25-50% travel and supports the design and manufacturing of equipment powering the aerospace industry.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship
- Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
- Minimum 5 years prior relevant experience
- Advanced Degree in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience (for candidates with Advanced Degree)
- Experience designing, producing, or supporting complex-geometry sand-cast components
- Experience in aerospace or similar high-tech industries
- Proficiency in designing and evaluating tooling for cast components, including patterns, cores, gating, and casting simulation
- Experience in developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes
- Track record of collaboration with plant sites and suppliers
- Experience with other processes that may be used in lieu of casting such as, traditional machining hogouts and additive manufacturing via powder bed fusion, material jetting, directed energy deposition, etc.
- Proven ability to analyze and reduce standard costs while maintaining high quality
- Experience in cost management and efficiency improvements
- Skilled in identifying root causes of production issues and implementing effective corrective actions
- Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings to ensure designs are feasible and optimized for manufacturability
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and establish strong working relationships
- Travel 25-50%
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