Hands-On Foundry Engineer: Drive Process & Quality

Jobot; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer for a hands-on, shop-floor role on our foundry team. You will develop and optimize aluminum/magnesium casting processes, apply MAGMASOFT experience, and drive quality improvements across operations.

With a strong background in foundry operations, you will lead projects, maintain process control, and ensure safety compliance while delivering high-quality components for aerospace, automotive, and defense customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in a foundry environment focusing on process capabilities, process control, and rigging/fixture design.
• Experience in project management within manufacturing.
• Proficient in CAD software for design purposes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage foundry processes to optimize productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Utilize process capabilities and process control to monitor and maintain manufacturing process integrity.
• Design and implement rigging and fixture designs to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Oversee project management from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot foundry issues and challenges.
• Ensure all foundry operations comply with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular audits/inspections to maintain machinery/equipment.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the foundry team.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in foundry operations.

Skills

Foundry operations

Process capabilities

Process control

Rigging & fixture design

CAD software

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer for a hands-on, shop-floor role on our foundry team. You will develop and optimize aluminum/magnesium casting processes, apply MAGMASOFT experience, and drive quality improvements across operations.

With a strong background in foundry operations, you will lead projects, maintain process control, and ensure safety compliance while delivering high-quality components for aerospace, automotive, and defense customers.