Casting Manufacturing Engineer

Casting Manufacturing Engineer

In this role, the Casting Manufacturing Engineer will work with Product Development and Suppliers, to successfully develop and launch next-generation Powertrain castings. Successful candidates will have a proven record of working with cross functional teams in the development and implementation of complex castings.

The Casting Manufacturing Engineer will be required to apply their knowledge to various casting alloys and processes, including but not limited to gravity, low-pressure, and high pressure die casting. Knowledge of various core making processes and materials will be useful. In this role, the casting engineer will have direct impact over the design and processing of Powertrain castings in future Ford products. Ideal candidates must navigate and drive change in a complex internal environment, challenging the status quo as we define an all-new way of manufacturing vehicles.

Responsibilities include:

• Drive the New Model Launch of Complex Casting (NMLCC) process
• Provide technical support to Product Development Component Program Module Teams
• Support new model program cost studies and projects
• Support the Digital Preassembly 5 (DPA5) process
• Support simultaneous engineering and feasibility engineering studies
• Support supplier selection evaluation process
• Provide support for casting prototype planning, process development and scheduling
• Support on-time quality prototype delivery of new Ford components
• Evaluate innovative and disruptive emerging processes and material technologies
• Support Product Engineering in the selection and specification of component materials and test procedures
• Support Purchasing with the issuance of prototype and production tooling orders
• Assist Ford manufacturing plants in resolving significant engineering issues
• Provide technical support to Purchasing involving the resolution of casting related productivity and quality issues

Minimum requirements include:

• Bachelor of Science/Engineering; MBA/MS preferred
• Prefered 5+ years prior experience with high pressure die casting, low pressure die casting, gravity die casting, or sand casting
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Working level knowledge of casting, post processing, and die development processes
• Working level knowledge of core making processes and materials
• Knowledge of the secondary operations associated with castings
• Knowledge of both iron and aluminum alloys used for castings
• Understanding of MagmaSoft or other casting simulation software results
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to present, persuade, and collaborate at all levels of the organization
• Highly motivated self-starter capable of driving change and influencing engineering decisions
• Experience performing casting manufacturing feasibility assessments
• Foundry operational experience in casting manufacturing processes and process control
• Proven track record of delivering major product launches in an automotive manufacturing facility
• Ability to work in a production setting and aid in troubleshooting of supplier equipment and processes
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally

This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Dearborn, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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