SENIOR DIE CAST ENGINEER (MANUFACTURING) Kempas plant

Cape Group; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Group in Johor Bahru is seeking a Senior Die Cast Engineer to optimize HPDC machine parameters and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering and have at least 5 years of relevant experience in aluminium die casting or HPDC manufacturing. Responsibilities include process validation, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Familiarity with ISO standards and continuous improvement methodologies is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in aluminium die casting or HPDC manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in aluminium and zinc die casting process optimization.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001.

Responsibilities

• Optimize HPDC machine parameters (shot profiles, injection pressures, thermal balance).
• Conduct diet trials and process validation for new tooling.
• Collaborate with tooling, maintenance, and quality teams.

Skills

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Casting simulation software (Magmasoft, ProCAST)

Job description

SENIOR DIE CAST ENGINEER (MANUFACTURING)

Job Responsibilities

• Optimize HPDC machine parameters (shot profiles, injection pressures, thermal balance).
• Conductdietrials and process validation for new tooling.
• Collaborate with tooling, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Monitor performance indicators (OEE, FPY).
• Implement DOE, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support alloy handling and melt quality control.
• Provide guidance and training to junior engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in aluminium die casting or HPDC manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in aluminium and zinc die casting process optimization.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with casting simulation software (Magmasoft,ProCAST) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma continuous improvement methodologies.