Are you looking for a strategic role where you can make a real impact on the future of mobility?

At Draxton, we are shaping the next generation of automotive components for electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. With more than 4,000 employees, 13 production plants, 3 engineering centers, and operations across 6 countries, we serve over 100 customers worldwide and continue to drive innovation in the mobility industry.

We are currently looking for an Advanced Materials & Casting Specialist to join our Integral Engineering & R&D; team.

Reporting directly to the Head of Global Engineering & R&D;, you will play a key role in defining, optimizing, and industrializing high-silicon alloys and casting processes, while supporting our plants in solving complex metallurgical challenges. Initially, your primary focus will be supporting the Teruel plant, with a broader impact across our European and Asian operations.

? Key Responsibilities

- Lead the analysis and resolution of complex metallurgical and foundry-related issues where root causes are not clearly identified.
- Support plants in stabilizing and optimizing high-silicon casting processes.
- Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and R&D; teams to implement sustainable solutions.
- Conduct structured technical assessments of materials and casting processes across plants, identifying priorities based on quality, cost, productivity, and risk.
- Develop action plans and roadmaps with measurable business impact.
- Provide expert guidance on material-process interactions, strengthening plant and engineering capabilities.
- Participate in strategic projects involving non-standard materials or high-risk technical requirements.
- Support technical discussions with customers related to materials, metallurgy, and foundry processes.




- Identify and implement improvement opportunities in alloy design, process stability, and manufacturing performance.
- Capture and deploy best practices across plants, promoting knowledge sharing and standardization.

? Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field.
- Master's Degree and/or MBA is considered a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in foundry operations, materials engineering, metallurgy, or metallurgical consulting.
- Demonstrated expertise in high-silicon alloys , metallurgy, and complex casting processes.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve challenging technical issues.
- Experience working in manufacturing environments with cross-functional teams.
- Fluency in English. Spanish language skills would be highly valued.
- Availability to travel approximately 50% of the time , both nationally and internationally.

? What We Offer

- Permanent employment contract.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise.
- Flexible working arrangements and working hours.
- Flexibility regarding work location.
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- Exposure to strategic global projects.
- An international, collaborative, and innovation-driven environment.

? Why Join Draxton?

- Play a key role in the development of advanced materials and technologies for the automotive industry.
- Work alongside recognized experts in engineering, manufacturing, and innovation.
- Contribute directly to operational excellence and industrial transformation across multiple plants.
- Be part of a company committed to sustainability, diversity, and continuous improvement.
- Help shape the future of mobility through innovative and efficient manufacturing solutions.

📌 Advanced Materials & Casting Specialist (Barcelona)
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