Mechanical Engineer

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Retirement plan

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Fitness membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design foundry components and support systems. You will generate mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings and manage projects from design through installation.

With a strong background in CAD/Inventor and knowledge of mechanical components, you will collaborate with maintenance, production and engineering teams. Travel up to 5% to other facilities is expected.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Advanced CAD/3D modeling skills with Inventor.
• Knowledge of cylinders, motors and bearings.
• Understanding pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Ability to work in teams or independently with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Design foundry components/equipment using standard engineering methods.
• Create detailed mechanical drawings for systems and equipment.
• Lead design projects; order parts, oversee builds, install.
• Budget projects and forecast spend.
• Coordinate with plant maintenance, production and engineering.
• Travel up to 5% to remote facilities.

Skills

CAD/3D modeling

AutoDesk Inventor

Mechanical components

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Electrical systems

Team & independent work

Education

B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

Job description

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 3,500 people company-wide. Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation. Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

• Design of foundry components/equipment and support systems utilizing standard engineering principles and practices.
• Generate detailed mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings for systems and equipment.
• Project management including design, ordering of components, build oversight and installation.
• Budgeting of projects and spend forecasts.
• Direct contact with plant maintenance, production and engineering.
• Required travel, upwards of 5% to remote Waupaca Foundry facilities.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Advanced CAD/3D modeling skills, especially knowledge of AutoDesk Inventor.
• Knowledge of mechanical components such as cylinders, motors bearings etc.
• Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Ability to work as part of team as well as solo projects with minimal guidance.

BENEFITS:

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• Short and long term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employer funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program.
• Fitness membership.
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.