Materials Process Engineer (Metals and Composites)
Topgolf Callaway Brands - Carlsbad, CA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Callaway Golf is seeking a Materials Process Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on component process engineering development, specifically analyzing, testing, and qualifying materials such as titanium, steel, and composites for manufacturing. The position is centered around the development and validation of manufacturing processes for new technologies. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product and Industrial Design, Product Innovation, Program Management, and Global Suppliers, to ensure seamless development and implementation of manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include developing test plans, analyzing results, and verifying that materials and product meet both design and production requirements. Success in this position requires exceptional attention to detail, an innovation mindset, organizational skills, and a methodical approach to testing and process validation.
Responsibilities
- Materials Development and Process Qualification
- Analyze and qualify materials such as titanium, steel, and composites to support design innovation technology and to confirm materials are meeting manufacturing requirements.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes for advanced materials, including casting, forging, and laser welding.
- Complete a qualification plan and analyze results of materials characterization testing to meet critical performance metrics.
- Document test results, lessons learned, and recommendations to ensure robust manufacturing processes and quality outcomes.
- Function as the technical lead and liaison between design, R&D, and manufacturing supplier teams for process and materials knowledge.
- Work closely with suppliers to develop new processes and assess capability to manufacture new technologies and designs.
- Provide input to R&D on material and process options during the design phase, ensuring design for manufacturability and alignment with performance goals.
- Characterize and control key material and process parameters for supplier manufacturing capabilities.
- Develop and maintain process control plans to ensure consistent production quality.
- Audit supplier performance, refine processes, and confirm capabilities to meet quality and production targets.
- Drive process improvements to achieve design intent and allow for advanced innovation with future technologies.
Requirements
- BS in Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in materials analysis and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and materials testing methodologies.
- Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally is required.
- Ability to work extended hours in critical situations.
- Valid passport required.
- Solid knowledge and experience in materials characterization and testing methods.
- Experience with advanced manufacturing processes, such as investment casting, forging, welding, and/or composite fabrication required.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with a detail-oriented, data-driven approach.
- Able to collaborate with suppliers in an independent mode to solve technical problems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support technical meetings and report project status.
- Good mechanical aptitude with a hands-on approach and knowledge of testing tools, equipment and instrumentation.
- Injection and compression molding experience is a plus.
- Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
- Knowledge and demonstrated application of quality methods and tools, including but not limited to Six Sigma, FMEA, Design of Experiments, and Measure System Analysis.
Nice-to-haves
- Injection and compression molding experience is a plus.
Benefits
- 401k
- health_insurance
- dental_insurance
- vision_insurance
- paid_holidays
- paid_volunteer_time
- tuition_reimbursement
- employee_discount_programs
- professional_development
- flexible_scheduling
- wellness_programs
