Aerospace Castings Process Engineer

Wellman Dynamics Corporation; Creston (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellman Dynamics Corporation in Creston, IA is seeking a seasoned Foundry Engineer to support magnesium and aluminum aerospace sand casting operations. You will design gating, riser and chilling systems and review customer drawings to ensure compliance with specifications.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering (or technical degree with equivalent experience) plus 5 years foundry engineering experience is required; ISO quality practices and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent in experience.
• 5 years foundry engineering experience.
• Experience with aerospace sand casting processes.

Responsibilities

• Design gating, riser and chilling systems for aluminum and magnesium aerospace castings.
• Determine optimum tool design with tooling, manufacturing and pattern shop teams.
• Develop samples and trial castings; oversee process through all departments.
• Interpret inspection results, address nonconforming castings and document actions.
• Investigate and resolve production problems.
• Review and interpret customer drawings.
• Create and maintain part-number work instructions for casting areas.
• Coordinate with customer technical and commercial groups.
• Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specifications; maintain ISO practices.

Skills

Foundry engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering

AAS in engineering discipline with foundry experience

Job description

Wellman Dynamics Corporation in Creston, IA is seeking a seasoned Foundry Engineer to support magnesium and aluminum aerospace sand casting operations. You will design gating, riser and chilling systems and review customer drawings to ensure compliance with specifications.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace Engineering (or technical degree with equivalent experience) plus 5 years foundry engineering experience is required; ISO quality practices and problem-solving skills