Entry Level - Casting Process Engineer

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Launch Process Engineer to drive casting program development, testing and implementation. You will work hands-on on the shop floor in Warren, MI, collaborating with multiple GM teams and suppliers to transform casting concepts into controlled manufacturing processes.

You will analyze defects, lead DOE-based optimizations, and develop essential process documentation for program launches, with a strong emphasis on on-site work and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• BS degree (engineering, metallurgical, computer science) or equivalent experience.
• Training in foundry processes.
• Training in process engineering procedures.
• Basic knowledge of Magma, Flow 3D, simulation software, NX or Catia.

Responsibilities

• Work independently on specific programs and collaborate with Launch Team, QC, Design, Tooling and other groups.
• Support Launch Wall process via Manufacturing Validations, Build Plans, PPAP and related procedures.
• Assist in testing and installations of equipment, tooling and technologies on and off site.
• Lead and present analysis of casting defects.
• Develop process documents: Process flow diagrams, PCP, PFMEA, TIS, etc., for program launches.

Skills

Foundry knowledge

Statistics

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

BS in engineering / metallurgical / CS

Tools

NX

Catia

Magma

Flow3D

Job description

Job Description

The Launch Process Engineering Team excels in the development, testing, implementation and execution of new casting programs, platforms and technology. This group is unique in that by working with and across multiple levels of the GM technical groups, vendors and suppliers, the complex problems of casting projects are developed into controlled manufacturing processes.

What You’ll Do

• Ability to work individually on specific programs yet collaboratively with Launch Team, QC, Design, Tooling, and other support groups
• Support Launch Wall process via Manufacturing Validations, Build Plans, PPAP and related engineering procedures
• Support testing and installations of equipment, tooling and technologies both on and off site
• Lead, support and present the analysis of casting defects
• Assist in process, tooling and equipment testing, troubleshooting and implementations
• Develop process documentation, Process flow diagrams, PCP, PFMEA, TIS, and related technical documents as necessary for a program launch
• Analyze first time quality data and optimize processes using DOE, Red X, and related statistical tools
• Perform both Non and destructive testing procedures for casting investigation and analysis (leak testing, x ray, CT, thermal, lab specimen prep, chemistry, density, mechanical, etc)
• On site work, working on shop floor, hands on equipment, understanding of casting shop activity

Your Skills and Abilities (required qualifications)

• Training in foundry processes
• Training in process engineering procedures and disciplines
• Basic knowledge of Magma, Flow 3D, simulation software
• Basic knowledge of NX or Catia or any 3D design software
• BS degree (engineering, metallurgical, computer science) or equivalent experience is required
• Must be able to start work in October 2026

What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (preferred qualifications)

• Training in aluminum metallurgy
• Training in flow simulations (Magma, Flow 3d)
• Training in 3D design software
• Mechanical properties testing and procedures
• Training in Problem solving

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Work Arrangement

This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI on a full-time basis. To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected, please apply using the permanent address you would move from. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Benefits

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• retirement savings plan
• sickness and accident benefits
• life insurance
• paid vacation & holidays
• tuition assistance programs
• employee assistance program
• GM vehicle discounts

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