Manufacturing Engineer

Job - Manufacturing Engineer/Castings

Location - Bloomington, Minnesota

Job Description & Skill Requirement:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize sand casting processes to meet strict aerospace industry standards for quality, performance, and reliability
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design and develop casting molds, cores, and tooling that meet aerospace specifications and requirements
• Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure the dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and mechanical properties of cast components meet or exceed aerospace standards
• Diagnose and resolve casting defects and issues, such as porosity, shrinkage, and inclusions, using advanced metallurgical analysis and process optimization techniques
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance casting efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize production lead times while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability
• Maintain detailed records of casting processes, materials, and quality control procedures. Prepare technical reports and documentation for internal review and customer approval
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of casting processes into overall product development and production workflows

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Expertise in sand casting techniques, including green sand casting, resin sand casting, and investment casting
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace materials, alloys, and specifications, particularly those relevant to casting processes
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software for tooling design and development
• Ability to analyze complex casting defects and recommend effective solutions
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Detail oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations governing aerospace manufacturing processes, such as AS9100 and NADCAP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field. Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in aerospace sand casting

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and sitting at a desk working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $78,744.52 - $87,832.11 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Casting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Tooling: 1 year (Preferred)
• Quality control: 1 year (Preferred)
• CAD/CAM: 1 year (Preferred)
• Sand Casting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Aerospace: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN 55420 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55420: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person