Foundry Process Engineer / Manufacturing Process Engineer (Casting)

Global Connect Technologies; San Luis Potosí; Presencial; MXN 400.000 - 640.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Impro México SLP seeks an experienced Foundry Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations. The role focuses on sand and iron casting, process optimization, and data-driven improvements to boost yield and efficiency.

Responsibilities include leading root-cause investigations, conducting audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure targets are met. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Experience in foundry manufacturing, especially sand casting and iron casting.
• Knowledge of casting defects, process optimization, and quality systems.
• Hands-on with 8D, DOE, Root Cause Analysis, Pareto Analysis, FMEA, and Lean Six Sigma.
• Ability to perform detailed process audits and implement sustainable improvements.
• Experience analyzing production data, yield reports, and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specs.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze and resolve foundry issues, including porosity, NCU, core shift, and defects.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using 8D, DOE, and Pareto analysis.
• Conduct regular foundry process audits to ensure controls and SOPs are followed.
• Monitor production performance, yield trends, and process capability with data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve casting quality and throughput.
• Analyze downstream machining feedback to identify defect trends and improvements.
• Support continuous improvement with Lean Six Sigma principles.
• Improve material flow, production tracking, and reporting across casting processes.
• Interpret casting drawings, CAD models, GD&T, and specs.
• Drive production readiness and support transition to high-volume manufacturing.
• Work with operations, quality and engineering to meet targets.
• Communicate with local and global teams in English and Spanish.

Conocimientos

Foundry manufacturing

Sand casting

Iron casting

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

CAD

GD&T

Minitab

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking an experienced Foundry Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations at Impro México SLP. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in sand casting (preferably iron casting), process improvement, root cause analysis, and production optimization. This role requires a hands‑on engineer who can drive corrective actions, improve casting yield, and enhance overall production efficiency using data‑driven methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and resolve foundry manufacturing issues, including porosity, NCU, core shift, over-grinding, and other casting defects.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions using 8D, DOE, Pareto Analysis, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Conduct regular foundry process audits to ensure manufacturing controls and standard operating procedures are consistently followed.
• Monitor production performance, yield trends, and process capability using analytical tools and manufacturing data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve casting quality, throughput, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
• Analyze downstream machining feedback, identify defect trends, and implement process improvements within the foundry.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Six Sigma (LSS) principles and best manufacturing practices.
• Improve material flow, production tracking, and reporting throughout complex casting processes.
• Interpret complex casting and machining drawings, CAD models, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Drive production readiness and support the transition from product validation to stable, high-volume manufacturing.
• Work closely with operations, quality, and engineering teams to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved.
• Communicate effectively with both local and global teams in English and Spanish.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in foundry manufacturing, preferably with sand casting and iron casting processes.
• Strong understanding of casting defects, process optimization, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Hands‑on experience with 8D, DOE, Root Cause Analysis, Pareto Analysis, FMEA, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to perform detailed process audits and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Experience analyzing production data, yield reports, and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Self‑driven, proactive, and capable of working independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience supporting complex castings with multiple engineered cores.
• Experience improving manufacturing yield and production efficiency in high‑volume foundry operations.
• Background in production launch, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.