Tyler Union- Tooling Design Engineer

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold The McWane Way principles, values, and behaviors.
• Adhere to safety protocols outline each facility’s Safety Management Program.
• Absorb and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow ergonomic and safe lifting techniques.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any issues.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and validate product specifications to engineer comprehensive 3D models for manufacturing tooling (patterns and core boxes) and specialized material handling systems that align with product and safety guidelines.
• Design and engineer foundry tooling for both horizontally and vertically parted molding machines, including the development of Hot or Cold box core systems for Laempe or Shell Core Machines.
• Run Solidification/Flow analysis Simulation (Novacast or Magmasoft) to optimize gating and risering to insure high casting quality while maintaining the best possible yields.
• Lead Sand Core Making Simulations (Airflow, Compaction, Venting) working with external partners.
• Cook and coordinate with department heads to schedule sample runs, track samples through to completion, and make corrective actions as needed.
• Requisition and coordination of all tooling builds, to include procurement of tooling quotes from approved vendors.
• Maintain a Request for Quotations log of all competitive quotes.
• Where required, initiate Authorizations for Equipment and Purchase Requests for approvals.
• Review/Approve final tooling inspection reports.
• Manage all aspects of tooling revisions.
• Log Engineering Change Notice files.
• Distribute to all effected departments.
• Coordinate with corporate engineering support for related projects and services.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Product Engineering Manager.
• Work closely with Design, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Pattern Shop, and Production teams to establish corrective and preventive actions for tooling and casting-related issues.
• Cook and coordinate with corporate engineering resources and external suppliers.
• Ensure all activities comply with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or related technical discipline required.
• Minimum of one (1) years of engineering experience in a foundry or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of three (3) years of tooling design experience.
• Cast iron or ductile iron products preferred.
• Experience with waterworks products, pipe fittings, valves, hydrants, or other engineered casting applications strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, coaching, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and implement effective solutions.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Competencies

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues collaboratively; develops effective solutions.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly; presents data effectively; listens actively.
• Teamwork: Encourages feedback and collaboration; prioritizes team success.
• Leadership: Motivates and influences others; builds confidence and trust.
• Strategic Thinking: Develops and adapts strategies to meet organizational goals.
• EHS Commitment: Maintains a safe and compliant work environment.
• Innovation: Encourages creative thinking and process improvements.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of manufacturing processes.

Physical & Cognitive Abilities

• Frequent physical activity, including climbing, walking, standing, stooping, balancing, and handling tools and materials.
• Employees must be able to lift to 50 pounds, as needed.
• The work environment varies between a standard office setting and a manufacturing plant.
• Plant conditions may include exposure to heat, cold, dust, and noise.
• Regular walks through the plant are required.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as needed, including safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats.