Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Provide technical expertise and support in the materials and process engineering of cast and/or forged product. Work as part of a highly engaged and integrated Materials Engineering team. You will collaborate across engineering teams to create solutions and systems that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You will participate in all phases of product development and will be a technical point of contact for less experienced engineers.

Based in Tempe, Arizona, this Materials Engineering position will provide support for new and existing cast and/or forged products including aerospace gas turbine engines used for propulsion and auxiliary power. Primary responsibilities include support for materials and processes involved in the design and manufacture of cast/forged parts, as well as regular interaction with suppliers to help resolve issues. May occasionally need to lift 35 pounds single lift.

Approximately 10% travel within the U.S.

Pre-Screen questions:

1. Technical Expertise
Question:
Can you describe your experience with materials and process engineering for cast and/or forged products, specifically involving aerospace alloys such as aluminum, steel, titanium, and nickel?
Purpose: Validates hands-on experience with required materials and processes.

2. Problem-Solving & Supplier Interaction
Question:
Tell me about a time you identified and resolved a material or process issue with a supplier. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
Purpose: Assesses troubleshooting ability, collaboration skills, and supplier engagement.

3. Standards & Compliance
Question:
What is your familiarity with industry standards such as Nadcap and aerospace material specifications? How have you ensured compliance in previous roles?
Purpose: Confirms knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality assurance practices.

YOU MUST HAVE
• Bachelors' Degree with in STEM
• 4+ years of experience in materials/process engineering in the casting and/or forging industry
• 4+ years experience with aluminum, steel, titanium and nickel aerospace cast and/or wrought alloys
WE VALUE
• Bachelor’s Degree with specialization in Materials Science, Material Engineering, Metallurgy, Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Advanced degree in engineering or another related field a plus
• Understanding and hands-on experience in casting and/or forging (ingot/billet and powder production processes are a plus)
• Familiarity with industrial materials and processing specifications
• Familiarity with Nadcap and industry standards, requirements and approvals
• Capable of assessing new suppliers and determining their strengths and weaknesses
• Experience with conducting casting and/or forging supplier audits (ingot/billet,powder production, investment castings, and sand casting audits are a plus)
• Working with and developing suppliers
• Experience troubleshooting material and process issues, and providing technical solutions for rapid problem solving
• Liaison work between suppliers and company's, Quality, Supplier Development Engineers (SDE), and Integrated Supply Chain (ISC).
• Working with Design Engineering
• Understanding engineering drawings and requirements
• Experience in Six Sigma, Lean and other process improvement tools
• Experience with casting and/or forging simulation tools like DEFORM