Manufacturing Engineer DC - Casting

What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

We are seeking a skilled and results-driven Manufacturing Engineer with die casting experience to support and improve manufacturing operations. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for optimizing production processes, improving product quality, reducing costs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume die casting environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in die casting processes, tooling, automation, process development, and problem-solving methodologies.

• Develop, implement, and optimize die casting manufacturing processes to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Support launch activities for new products, including process development, equipment selection, tooling validation, and production readiness.
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, cycle times, scrap rates, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions utilizing structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and PFMEA.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Maintenance, Tooling, and Supply Chain teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including work instructions, process flow diagrams, control plans, and standard operating procedures.
• Support die casting tooling design reviews, modifications, and preventative maintenance initiatives.
• Evaluate and implement automation, error-proofing (poka-yoke), and continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in capital equipment projects, including specification development, installation, validation, and startup support.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel as needed.
• Support customer requirements and participate in audits when required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a die casting environment.
• Strong understanding of aluminum, zinc, or magnesium die casting processes.
• Experience with process optimization, tooling, and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and engineering documentation systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC.
• Familiarity with robotics, automation systems, and vision inspection systems.
• Experience with CAD software such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, or Creo.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality systems.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel occasionally, as required.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization under a TN or H-1B visa may be considered, provided they are authorized to work for this employer without requiring new or additional visa sponsorship. The company is unable to sponsor new employment-based visas or provide other immigration…