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Casting Engineer (Foundry)

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd.

Plymouth

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Casting Engineer, where you'll optimize casting processes to ensure high-quality metal components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements while adhering to safety and quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects, enhancing efficiency and product quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in sand and permanent mold casting.
  • Strong knowledge of casting processes, materials, and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Optimize casting processes for high-quality metal components.
  • Collaborate with design engineers to improve product manufacturability.

Skills

Problem-solving
Analytical skills
Communication
Teamwork
Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

CAD software
Casting simulation tools

Job description

Description

Optimize casting processes to produce high-quality metal components. This involves ensuring the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability of casting operations while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards. The Casting Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and support the overall manufacturing goals of the organization.


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.

  • Participate in implementing new methods and systems, including preparing documentation, designing and installing new equipment, conducting training for others, and designing tests to evaluate new methods.

  • Identify areas of safety improvement and implement solutions to reduce injuries or accidents.

  • Evaluate areas of quality improvement and implement solutions to reduce waste.



  • Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values.

  • Other duties as assigned.



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

  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

  • Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach

  • Ability to work extended hours sitting at a computer

  • Some Travel may be required




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