Foundry Project Engineer: Casting & Process Lead

Energy Jobline ZR; Ashland (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland Foundry & Machine Works LLC is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects that support the production of high‑quality castings using sand molding and investment casting.

You will bridge engineering, tooling, metallurgy, manufacturing, quality, and customers to deliver new product introductions, process improvements, and cost reduction initiatives, while managing timelines and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years foundry operations experience.
• Hands-on molding systems, induction melting, and alloy solidification.
• Proficiency with CAD software and simulation tools (MAGMASOFT, ProCAST).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities; additive manufacturing familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects for casting production.
• Develop gating and riser systems to ensure sound castings with minimal defects.
• Monitor process parameters and analyze defects; implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with engineering, tooling, and manufacturing teams and communicate project status.

Skills

Molding systems

Induction melting

Alloy solidification

CAD software

Simulation tools

Problem-solving

Additive manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MAGMASOFT

ProCAST

Job description

Ashland Foundry & Machine Works LLC is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects that support the production of high‑quality castings using sand molding and investment casting.

You will bridge engineering, tooling, metallurgy, manufacturing, quality, and customers to deliver new product introductions, process improvements, and cost reduction initiatives, while managing timelines and cross-functional communication.