SQE Engineer- Castings

Position: SQE Engineer- Castings

Location: Emiliano Zapata (CSLS1292), Mexico- Onsite

Duration: FTE

Job Description & Skill Requirement:

Experience: 5-10 Years

Language: Fluent English & Spanish (Mandatory)

Job Summary:

• Seeking an experienced Foundry Process & Quality Engineer with expertise in sand casting/iron casting, process improvement, and problem-solving. The role involves driving quality improvements, reducing casting defects, improving production yield, conducting process audits, and supporting foundry operations through data-driven root cause analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Resolve casting defects such as porosity, core shift, NCU, and over-grinding issues.

• Conduct process audits and ensure adherence to foundry control plans and standards.

• Analyze production, yield, and scrap trends to drive corrective actions.

• Lead problem-solving activities using 8D, DOE, RCA, and Pareto analysis.

• Collaborate with machining and foundry teams to address downstream quality concerns.

• Interpret complex casting/machining drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.

• Drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives for process optimization and productivity improvement.

• Support production ramp-up and stabilization of complex cast components.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of foundry operations, preferably Sand Casting and Iron Casting.

• Experience in process audits, quality improvement, and manufacturing problem-solving.

• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma, 8D, DOE, and Root Cause Analysis.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret production and yield data.

• Proficiency in engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English and Spanish.

• Preferred Industry Experience: Automotive, Heavy Equipment, Agriculture Equipment, Industrial Machinery, or Complex Casting Manufacturing.