Amazon · 6 hours ago
Senior Die Casting Process Engineer, Amazon Industrial Robotics
North Reading, Massachusetts, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$137K/yr - $186K/yr
5+ years expAmazon Industrial Robotics is seeking exceptional talent to help bridge the gap between design and manufacturing for our next generation of advanced robotics systems. In this role, you will serve as our die casting process expert, leading process development initiatives and optimizing die casting parameters while contributing to the design of a high-volume manufacturing facility.
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Responsibilities
Lead die casting process development and optimization in partnership with external suppliers and die tooling shops to meet quick production targets
Collaborate with die tooling designers to develop and refine tooling concepts, gating systems, and cooling strategies for complex robotic components
Provide design for manufacturing feedback to hardware engineering teams to optimize part designs for die castability, quality, and cost
Establish process parameters, quality control methods, and inspection criteria for high-integrity die cast components
Troubleshoot and resolve die casting defects including porosity, shrinkage, flash, and dimensional issues in production environments
Develop supplier quality systems and work instructions to ensure consistent part quality and process capability
Contribute to the design and layout of our future high-volume die casting facility, including equipment selection, process flow, and automation concepts
Create flexible manufacturing concepts that support product design iteration while maintaining production efficiency
Generate comprehensive process documentation, PFMEA, control plans, and manufacturing specifications
Work with cross-functional teams including design engineering, quality, and supply chain to ensure smooth production ramp-up and long-term scalability
Qualification
Required
Experience collaborating and influencing multiple teams across multiple organizations
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering field
5+ years of hands-on experience in die casting process engineering in high-volume production environments (automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, or similar industries)
Deep expertise in die casting fundamentals including alloy selection, gating design, thermal management, and defect mitigation
Experience working directly with die casting suppliers and tooling shops to develop and optimize production processes
Knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks or similar) and ability to review part designs for die castability
Experience with die casting simulation software (e.g., MAGMA, Flow-3D, ProCAST, or similar)
Proven track record troubleshooting complex die casting quality issues and implementing corrective actions
Experience writing technical documentation including process specifications, work instructions, and quality control plans
Strong understanding of GD&T, inspection methods, and statistical process control
Preferred
Master's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent, or MS degree
8+ years of die casting process engineering experience in automotive or aerospace industries
Experience with high-pressure die casting (HPDC) of aluminum and magnesium alloys for structural applications
Expertise in advanced die casting techniques such as vacuum-assisted casting, squeeze casting, or semi-solid casting
Experience designing or specifying die casting equipment and automation systems
Background in factory layout, equipment selection, and manufacturing facility design
Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge of secondary operations including machining, surface treatment, and assembly of die cast components
Experience taking products from prototype through high-volume production launch
Familiarity with robotic systems, electro-mechanical assemblies, or complex mechanical products
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave
Company
Amazon
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10001+ employees
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$8.11BKey Investors
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2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO
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