Post Casting Engineer

Location: Augusta, GA

Shift: 1st Shift

Position Summary: We are seeking a Post Casting Engineer to support and optimize downstream manufacturing processes following aluminum casting operations. This role focuses on post-casting production including heat treatment, trimming, machining, cleaning, finishing, inspection, and assembly while driving quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement within an automotive manufacturing environment. The role is focused on Post Casting Operations, not High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) process engineering.

Responsibilities: Support and improve post-casting manufacturing processes. Optimize heat treatment, machining, trimming, finishing, cleaning, and assembly operations. Analyze production data to improve throughput, scrap reduction, cycle times, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).Lead root cause analysis for quality and production issues using Lean manufacturing tools. Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve process capability. Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Tooling, and Manufacturing Engineering teams. Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures. Support new product launches and process validation activities. Monitor KPIs related to quality, safety, productivity, and cost. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in an automotive or metal manufacturing environment. Experience supporting post-casting operations such as:

• Heat TreatmentCNC Machining
• TrimmingDeburringCleaning/Washing
• AssemblyFinishingExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and APQP.Strong troubleshooting and process improvement skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications: Automotive manufacturing experience. Aluminum casting or foundry experience. SAP experience. Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings. Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification.