Die Cast Production Engineer - CAD/CNC & Kaizen Lead

TD Automotive Compressor Georgia, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota-Denso Automotive Compressor Georgia, Inc. is seeking a Production Engineer – Die Cast to optimize tooling, processes, and equipment in our on-site facility in Georgia.

The role focuses on improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and maintaining safe, high‑quality manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering with 2–5 years’ experience in production engineering, CNC experience, and proficiency in CAD tools such as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering required.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing or production engineering preferred, particularly in machining.
• Experience with CNC equipment and knowledge of cutting tools and machining processes strongly preferred.
• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical design and analysis.
• Experience with CAD software, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD, preferred.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, project management, and continuous improvement principles.
• Knowledge of general safety, health, and environmental policies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate findings and recommendations to management.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost effectiveness, feasibility, and production efficiency.
• Lead Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, improve productivity, and optimize manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate engineering releases and process changes, including production routings, standards, documentation, and quality follow-up.
• Utilize CAD software to design and develop equipment and component drawings, including 3D modeling and motion simulation.
• Apply engineering principles related to machining processes, robotics, geometric tolerances, and manufacturing process design.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives, including cost-per-piece improvements.
• Support the design, development, and fabrication of specialized tools and equipment.
• Implement tooling improvements to reduce equipment cycle times and maintenance costs.
• Maintain accurate documentation for new tooling and equipment, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD files.
• Lead or support tooling and engineering projects from planning through implementation, ensuring project objectives are met.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve overall equipment and process performance.
• Promote a safe working environment and support applicable safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Skills

CNC machining

CAD software

Process improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Toyota-Denso Automotive Compressor Georgia, Inc. is seeking a Production Engineer – Die Cast to optimize tooling, processes, and equipment in our on-site facility in Georgia.

The role focuses on improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and maintaining safe, high‑quality manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering with 2–5 years’ experience in production engineering, CNC experience, and proficiency in CAD tools such as