Foundry Process Engineer

Limitless Decatur; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

ESPP

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is seeking a Foundry Process Engineer for our new green sand foundry. You will lead manufacturing method improvements, control costs, and design processes to meet operational excellence goals.

You will analyze data, develop methods, and support multiple departments with engineering solutions, while mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement across the foundry operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering required.
• 6–8 years in high-speed machining and foundry operations.
• Experience with capital projects scope development and management.
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• Strong PC/Systems knowledge.
• CNC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of automation and robotics preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate manufacturing processes with design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials knowledge.
• Study product requirements and develop manufacturing processes.
• Improve efficiency through workflow and layout optimization.
• Ensure product and process quality with testing methods and standards.
• Compute production costs and labor/material requirements.
• Summarize data trends and maintain process data in systems.
• Perform CNC programming to update machining processes.
• Support engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance with data and solutions.
• Implement new systems and procedures as designed.
• Use FMEA/DFMEA/DOE to drive improvements.
• Coordinate maintenance to keep equipment operational.
• Mentor staff and maintain professional knowledge.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

CNC experience

Automation

Robotics

CAD/CAM

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Foundry Process Engineer

Mueller Water Products is seeking a Foundry Process Engineer to work in our brand, new state of the art, green sand Foundry. Mueller manufactures valves for water and gas systems, including iron gate, butterfly, tapping, check, plug, and ball valves, as well as dry-barrel and wet-barrel fire hydrants; pipe repair products, such as clamps and couplings used to repair leaks, as well as municipal castings, including manhole covers and street drain grates; and residential and commercial water meter products and systems.

Position Summary:

Develop, define and lead implementation through study, method changes, and process improvements of manufacturing methods and procedures to meet operational excellence goals and objectives. Additionally, this position will be responsible for designing and implementing methods for controlling manufacturing costs on equipment, analyzing data for reducing manufacturing costs, provide specialized engineering services to all department centers and assisting departments in accomplishment of cost reduction goals as directed by Management.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate manufacturing processes by applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials; conferring with vendors and soliciting observations from plant operators.
• Study product requirements and develop manufacturing processes through researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment and conferring with equipment manufacturers.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency through analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements and equipment layout.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods, then testing finished product and process capabilities and establishing standards to confirm the manufacturing process and results.
• Provide manufacturing decision making information through calculating production, labor and material costs, reviewing production schedules and estimating future requirements.
• Collect, analyze and summarize data, information and trends to prepare product and process reports. Maintain product and process data through identified computer programs.
• Perform CNC programming as required to change, improve or update machining processes and methods.
• Support engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance by providing data and information and answering questions and providing solutions as requested.
• Implement new systems and procedures as designed.
• Utilize FMEA, DFMEA and DOE’s to drive continuous improvement in the manufacturing and engineering processes.
• Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services, following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures and requesting special services as needed.
• Develop and mentor staff and technicians and provide strong developmental support.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participation in related professional organizations.
• Direct efforts to meet and/or exceed compliance with all regulatory bodies, organizations and government requirements in the performance of position duties.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Six to eight years’ experience in manufacturing environment involving high speed machining and foundry operations.
• Experience with capital projects scope development, justification and management.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma tools.
• Outstanding PC/Systems knowledge and skills.
• CNC experience preferred.
• Knowledge of automation and robotic applications preferred.
• Strong leadership, communications and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with all levels of employees, customers and outside professionals.
• Knowledge dealing with complex manufacturing situations, hardware specifications, quality standards, product development, CAD/CAM and technical specifications.

Salary/Pay Range:

$67,568.00-$92,906.00

The compensation range above reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment as of the date of posting. Individual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the role, professional experience, job-related skills, achievements, and/or work location. The range listed is only one component of the total compensation package offered to candidates.

Other Compensation & Benefits:

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401k plan with 5% Company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• short-term disability benefits
• long-term disability benefits
• vacation
• 100% paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement program
• student debt retirement matching
• well-being program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company-provided life insurance
• supplemental insurance at group rates
• and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

Notice of E-Verify Participation:

This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.

Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.

IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)

Accommodation:

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.