Casting Design Engineer: SolidWorks + MAGMA Expert

Jobot

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 100,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Jobot in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Design Engineer to support ductile iron casting programs. You will build and refine tooling in SolidWorks, run MAGMA simulations, and collaborate with customers and account managers on new product development.

The role emphasizes yield improvement, process innovation, and hands-on manufacturing experience. Associate degree required (Bachelor's preferred); manufacturing background with foundry or tooling design is a strong plus.

Qualifications

Associate degree in engineering or related field; bachelor's preferred.
Two+ years CAD modeling, blueprint reading, and design for manufacturability.
Manufacturing background required; foundry, tooling design, casting simulation or CNC machining experience is a strong plus.
Strong problem solver who communicates well and works across teams easily.

Responsibilities

Build and refine tooling using SolidWorks in support of ductile iron casting programs.
Run casting simulations in MAGMA to validate designs before they hit the floor.
Own yield improvement and continuous improvement work across the casting process.
Partner directly with customers and account managers on new product development.
Support quoting, product launches, testing and validation from start to finish.
Bring new technology and process improvements into the operation.