POSITION SUMMARY :
We are seeking an experienced High Pressure Die Casting Process Engineer with some tool and die experience to become a part of our team! You will be required to perform a variety of engineering tasks, as well as identify areas of improvement to increase operational process efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop, configure, optimize and document the die casting processes from inception, through start up, and mass production
• Assess processes, take measurements, interpret data and document conclusions
• Design, run, test and upgrade systems and processes
• Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output
• Perform and document process FMEA's, design of experiments, design reviews, risk assessments & engineering analysis
• Provide process documentation and operator instructions
• Educates, instructs and supports the production operators
• Manage die casting perishable tooling
• Track production tooling health and wear and develop programs to maximize tooling life and production uptime and throughput.
• Provide input for new and replacement tooling design to incorporate best practices into future tooling.
• Oversee the installation and operation of various mechanical systems
• Support preventive maintenance, de-bugging and repair of machine and equipment defects
• Identify, specify and implement technologies to improve operations

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Previous experience as die casting process technician, tooling engineer or other related fields
• Familiarity with Lean, Kaizen/5S, 6 Sigma or similar continuous improvement programs
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

MUST HAVE :

• Ability to provide direction for High Pressure Die Casting and peripheral processes activities.
• Ability to direct difficult die changes that will be performed by experienced mechanical technicians Ability to direct & perform die changes with help from experienced personnel.
• Read, interpret, alter and create complicated drawings and blueprints.
• Read, understand, and use precision measuring instruments.
• Judgment required to correct trouble spots in machinery and equipment.
• Ability to follow and work from verbal instructions.
• Some knowledge of metal alloys, their physical properties and heat treating.
• Judgement necessary to troubleshoot die casting equipment and processes.
• Ability to review and document multiple manufacturing processes.
• Process Automation experience

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment

NICE TO HAVE :

• Die Casting Simulation Software experience
• Ability to lay out and perform work on Tool Room equipment, as required.
• Make new parts, jigs, and/or fixtures using drawings, patterns, old or broken parts.
• Review, adjust and approve die cast tool designs and drawings.
• SolidWorks experience
• CNC Fixture design experience
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year

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