
Process Engineer - High Pressure Die Cast (HPDC)
Brunswick · Fond du Lac, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Base pay
- $74k–$106k
- Travel
- 5%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Brunswick (industrial) in Fond du Lac, WI. Monitor, analyze, and interpret process and production data to understand parameter interactions, improve process capability, prevent defects, and ensure consistent casting quality.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Green Belt, FMEA, Control plans, PLC
- Base pay
- $74k–$106k
- Day to day
- about 5% travel · relocation help
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About the role
Travel Required: <5%
Direct Reports: 0
Pay Range: $73,600 to $106,200
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Essential Functions
- ◆Own and control the HPDC process including metal delivery, shot profile development, die thermal management, spray and extraction cycles, part removal, trimming, and secondary operations
- ◆Monitor, analyze, and interpret process and production data to understand parameter interactions, improve process capability, prevent defects, and ensure consistent casting quality
- ◆Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, process stability, machine uptime, cost reduction, and safety through structured problem solving and standardization
- ◆Serve as the casting process technical expert when collaborating with controls engineers, maintenance, quality, tooling, and operations teams
- ◆Lead and support advancements in part traceability, in‑process inspection, and manufacturing data collection systems
- ◆Support the successful launch of new tooling by providing Design for Manufacturing (DFM) recommendations and leading effective initial casting trials
- ◆Limited part family and back-up
responsibilities
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Desire to be “hands on” at the shop-floor level within a foundry environment
- ✓Willingness to “push the envelope” and try new processes, systems, & technologies that may be new to the foundry
- ✓Strong cross-functional collaboration & communication skills with support teams and operations management
- ✓Ability to make independent, data-driven decisions supported by sound logic
- ✓Excel in a fast-paced, constantly changing manufacturing environment while working effectively with moderate supervision
- ✓Apply a “systems” approach and look at all factors of the plant when solving problems and making improvements
- ✓Self-driven to grow professionally through training, involvement in professional organizations, continuous education, and certifications
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical or Controls Engineering or related engineering degree
- ✓3+ years of experience working in a foundry with direct responsibility controlling process related parameters
- ✓Proven capability in applying casting process simulation to optimize processes and reduce defects
- ✓Proficient with PLC’s, industrial controls, and robotics (specifically Allen Bradley and ABB)
- ✓Strong knowledge of Microsoft Applications including Excel, Access, SQL Management Studio, Teams, SharePoint, Planner, CoPilot and PowerBI
- ✓Experience utilizing and providing direction of shop floor dashboards
- ✓Green Belt Certification with demonstrated success in applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to solve problems
- ✓Ability to work with large amounts of data quickly and efficiently to uncover solutions
- ✓Highly engaged contributor for PFMEA & control plan discussions
- ✓Casting simulation software utilization with a preference to MagmaSoft - HPDC module
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Location: Plant 17
Workplace Category: Onsite
Position Overview
As part of the talented Plant 17 Engineering team, you will serve as a key technical leader within Mercury’s Aluminum HPDC Foundry (Plant 17), accountable for developing, controlling, optimizing, and sustaining the die casting process to meet quality, cost, delivery, and safety objectives.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Working Conditions
- •This position works in a foundry environment
The hiring range for this position is $73,600 to $106,200 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s
Why Brunswick
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards !
About Mercury Marine
Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and ba
