Manufacturing Engineer
Plaxonic Technologies
Minneapolis, Minnesota
manufacturing
engineer
casting
aerospace
sand
manufacturing
engineering
quality control
materials
technical
insurance
cad/cam
collaborate
June 8, 2024
Plaxonic Technologies
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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
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