Staff Manufacturing Engineer - Metal Casting & Process

ARA Brand

Spokane (WA)

On-site

USD 91,000 - 152,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to join our Spokane, WA team.

This hands-on role focuses on developing and executing advanced manufacturing processes for metallic alloys, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in all activities. You will operate and maintain alloy melting and casting equipment, document standards, train technical staff, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
Strong background in mechanical engineering, materials science, metallurgy, or related field.
Hands-on experience designing and implementing manufacturing processes for new product development.
Experience with manufacturing operations, metal casting, or related areas is required.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and hands-on participation in installation, operation and maintenance of alloy melting and casting equipment.
Document and implement manufacturing standards to enable safety, quality, uptime, and cost effectiveness.
Develop and support implementation of improved manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment.
Troubleshoot root causes and implement corrective actions to ensure material specifications and quality.
Design and implement preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for facility and equipment.
Train and guide technical personnel to operate melting and casting equipment.
Maintain process documentation and drawings for complex equipment and proprietary hardware.