Casting Engineer (Foundry)

Key Responsibilities

• Collaboration in design and development for sand & permanent mold casting processes for new and existing products.
• Optimize sand molds and cores to ensure high-quality castings.
• Collaborate with design engineers to review product designs and recommend modifications for manufacturability.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Oversee the production process, including mold preparation, pouring, and finishing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve casting defects and production issues.
• Maintain and update process documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff.
• Review engineering prints for accuracy and putting in change requests when necessary.
• Identify areas of safety improvement and implement solutions to reduce injuries or accidents.
• Evaluate areas of quality improvement and implement solutions to reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sand and permanent mold casting or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of casting processes, materials, and equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software and casting simulation tools will have an advantage but not mandatory.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• 50% travel (if not located in Iowa).

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching.
• Ability to work extended hours sitting at a computer.
• Sometimes required to travel.

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 per year dependent on experience.
Annual Discretionary Bonus: Eligible based on overall organizational performance.

Benefits: Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with employer match, and short/long term disability.
Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Programs, Education Reimbursement, Paid Vacation, Holiday Pay, Volunteer Time.
Other Benefits: Homeownership Savings Program, Pet Insurance, and more!