Description
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 - Drive the New Model Launch of Complex Casting (NMLCC) process, which will provide a framework to enable the cross functional teams to create Program / Component specific plans, for the development and implementation of manufacturing feasible casting designs and processes resulting in parts that can be machined by standard and best practice methods in support of new Powertrain program product launches. Document this process using the NMLCC Process Development Log. These roles include and are limited to the following: o Report out on the status of the NMLCC process through Delivery Team (integrator in GPDS , etc.). o Provide technical support to Product Development (PD) Component Program Module Teams (CPMT's) and coordinate casting design between Product Engineering, PTME - Machining and external casting suppliers to assure 'design for manufacturing feasibility' of new Powertrain castings. o Support new model program cost studies and projects. o Support the Digital Preassembly 5 (DPA5) process through the development of component Manufacturing Design Specifications (MDS) and Manufacturing Process Specifications (MPS). Complete Manufacturing Assessments. - Support simultaneous engineering and feasibility engineering studies among product engineering, manufacturing engineering and supplier organizations. - Support supplier selection evaluation process through manufacturing assessments and assist Purchasing in the evaluation, development, and selection of suppliers and subcontractors. - Provide support for casting proto@type planning, process development and scheduling. - Support on-time quality proto@type delivery of new Ford components at internal and external supplier facilities. - Evaluate innovative and disruptive emerging processes and material technologies for potential application to Ford products. - Support Product Engineering in the selection and specification of component materials and test procedures. - Support Purchasing with the issuance of proto@type and production tooling orders, following the Ford Tooling Procurement Management Process, as required. - Assist Ford manufacturing plants, as required, in resolving significant engineering issues and achieving continuous improvement for both new programs and current production. - Provide technical support, as required, to Purchasing (Component Buyers and Supplier Technical Assistance) involving the resolution of casting related productivity and quality issues and the development of external casting suppliers.
Skills
manufacturing engineering, process improvement, castings, process engineering, tooling, vendor management, alloy, project management
Top Skills Details
manufacturing engineering,process improvement,castings
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements - Bachelor of Science/Engineering; MBA/MS preferred - Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical or Metallurgy/Materials Science. - 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, including, but not limited to trimming, fettling, deburring, and quality checks. - 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, with or without authority. - 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. Possess practical problem-solving skill and the ability to address a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. - Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dearborn, MI.
Pay and Benefits
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dearborn,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.
About Actalent
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.
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