Process Engineer - Die Cast

Aisin World Corp.; Clinton (TN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Vehicle discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc. in Clinton, TN is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize aluminum die casting processes, oversee laser marking, deburring, and trimming operations, and drive continuous improvement.

You will work with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, reduce cycle times, and ensure traceability through 2D codes. The role requires 3+ years in aluminum die casting, CAD proficiency, and experience with lean methodologies; travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4–6 years related experience in manufacturing engineering.
• 3+ years in aluminum die casting or metal casting manufacturing engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of aluminum die casting processes and tooling design.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization to improve quality, yield, and cycle time.
• Maintain dies, tooling, and equipment; coordinate with maintenance.
• Oversee laser marking and 2D codes for traceability and QA.
• Manage auto deburring and trim pressing for defect-free parts.
• Use distortion tables to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Lead root cause analysis for quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Document processes, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with production, QA, and R&D teams.

Skills

Aluminum die casting

Laser marking

2D matrix codes

CAD software

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Metallurgy

Tooling design

Auto deburring

Distortion tables

Lean Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

FANUC robotics

Production methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree

HS Diploma or GED

4–6 years related experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Casting simulation tools

Job description

Process Engineer - Die Cast#AAT-1504Clinton, Tennessee, United StatesApply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy### Company LocationAisin Automotive Casting TN, Inc.### Location221 Frank L. Diggs Drive, Clinton, Tennessee 37716, United States### Job Description**Job Title: Process Engineer****Company: Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc.****Department: Die Cast****Location: Clinton, TN** **Position Summary**As a Die Casting Manufacturing Engineer at Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee, you will be responsible for improving, optimizing, and sustaining aluminum die casting manufacturing processes to meet high-quality standards and production efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve engineering challenges, introduce new technologies, and contribute to the overall success of our operations.**Position Responsibilities**The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:* **Process Optimization:** Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot aluminum die casting processes to improve product quality, yield, and cycle time.* **Tooling and Equipment Maintenance:** Collaborate with toolmakers and maintenance teams to ensure that dies, tooling, and equipment are properly maintained and meet production requirements.* **Laser Marking:** Oversee and optimize the laser marking of parts, including the implementation of 2D matrix codes for traceability and quality assurance. Ensure accurate and consistent marking throughout the production process.* **Auto Deburring:** Manage and improve the auto deburring process, ensuring that parts are free of burrs, sharp edges, and other imperfections to meet required quality standards.* **Trim Pressing:** Oversee trim pressing operations to remove excess material, ensuring the final product meets design specifications while maintaining process efficiency.* **Distortion Tables:** Utilize distortion tables to monitor and correct any material distortion or warping during the die casting process, ensuring product quality and dimensional accuracy.* **Quality Control:** Ensure that aluminum die-cast parts meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements by applying effective measurement and testing techniques.* **Process Design & Improvement:** Recommend and implement improvements to existing processes, equipment, and layouts, focusing on cost reduction, energy efficiency, and waste minimization.* **Root Cause Analysis:** Lead root cause analysis for quality issues, process failures, and non-conformities to implement corrective actions and prevent recurrence.* **Documentation and Reporting:** Maintain detailed records of process changes, trials, and troubleshooting activities. Generate process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other technical reports.* **Collaboration:** Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and R&D, to ensure alignment between maintenance and manufacturing. **Qualifications:*** **Education:** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or 4 to 6 years of related experience and a HS Diploma or G.E.D., or equivalent combination of education and experience.* **Experience:** 3+ years of experience in aluminum die casting or metal casting manufacturing engineering.* **Skills:**+ In-depth knowledge of aluminum die casting processes.+ Experience with laser marking, 2D matrix codes, and traceability processes.+ Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with simulation tools for casting processes.+ Strong understanding of metallurgy, tooling design, and production methodologies.+ Experience with auto deburring, trim pressing, and distortion table operations is highly desirable.+ Fanuc robotics experience for automation and robotic systems integration in manufacturing processes.+ Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.+ Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong focus on root cause analysis.+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.* **Certifications:** Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent is a plus.### Requirements**Travel Requirements*** Approximately 0 %* Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs. **Work Environment Requirements**With reasonable accommodation:* Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment.* Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits).* Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.* Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.* Must be able to operate as an effective team member.* Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies. **Attendance/Work Hour Requirements*** Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.* Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs.### About**Benefit Overview**AISIN offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, vehicle discounts and more.**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**The policy of AISIN is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal law. Additionally, AISIN is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, email us at [e-mail] or call us at (734)-453-5551. Please provide a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title of the position for which you are applying.**Diversity Statement**AISIN is committed to workforce diversity, creating equity and advancing a culture of inclusion in which every team member is treated fairly and with respect. Our inclusive work environment brings together a variety of backgrounds, skills, education and perspectives. Attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce requires that everyone have an equal opportunity to participate, contribute, and advance.### Position TypeFull-time