Tooling Engineer

Responsibilities

• Designing pattern gating utilizing foundry casting principles and casting simulation software to produce parts consistent with plant quality and production goals.
• Work directly with foundry tooling engineers on optimal molding pattern and core box layouts.
• Work directly with sample coordinators to improve problem jobs.
• Utilize PowerShape software to design gating to achieve both plant and customer requirements.
• Aid CAM designer on the machining of gating.
• Understand the design and build of Disamatic mold patterns, core setters, Laempe / CB / D75 core boxes.
• Generate build and assembly drawings for pattern shop.
• Answer any questions that may arise.
• Work with other pattern personnel to determine tooling rework strategies.
• Responsible for making recommendations in regard to process improvements as well as new technology.
• Train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of related experience and/or training, including a working knowledge of 3D CAD (preferably PowerShape and Inventor) systems utilizing surfacing as well as knowledge of Magmasoft.
• Knowledge of iron gating best practices.
• Ability to create 3D models from 2D layout drawings.
• Ability to apply non-uniform shrink, draft and offset parting to models.
• Understanding of off-set parting and pattern offsets.
• Employ critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement