Casting Engineer (Foundry)

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Volunteer time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Plymouth, Minnesota seeks a Casting Engineer to optimize casting processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in casting environments. Benefits include a competitive salary of $80,000-$90,000, full insurance coverage, and additional perks such as education reimbursement and pet insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sand and permanent mold casting.
• Strong knowledge of casting processes, materials, and equipment.
• Proficient in problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in design and development for sand & permanent mold casting.
• Optimize sand molds and cores for high-quality castings.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

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

Overview

life insurance, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

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.

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

Compensation and Benefits

As a Casting Engineer in our Test lab you will be offered pay of $80,000-$90,000 per year dependent on experience. You will also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus tied to overall performance of the organization.

At Twin City Fan we want our employees to achieve their personal best and strive to offer programs that support our employees and their families. We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with employer match, as well as short/long term disability. Employees also have access to benefits such as employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday pay, and volunteer time. Other exciting benefits TCF offers include a homeownership savings program, pet insurance, and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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