Product Engineer

Carley Foundry, Inc.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $2,000 after 180 days

Comprehensive medical plans

HSAs and benefits

401K retirement

Paid Time Off

Company events and wellness

Job summary

Carley Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Product Engineer to bridge design and production in our foundry operations, focusing on process and product development. In this hands-on role, you will drive improvements across tooling, casting processes, and new product introductions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, high-quality manufacturing and will apply problem‑solving and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. This role offers growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or 3-5 years foundry/manufacturing experience.
• Experience with dry sand, green sand, permanent mold, or investment casting.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introductions (NPI) from design through production.
• Review customer drawings and specifications to support tooling and process design.
• Assist with gating and feeding system development and validation.
• Collect and analyze process data to improve quality and efficiency.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and Engineering to reduce scrap and improve yields.
• Support process documentation, audits, and PPAP activities.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and cost‑reduction initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Foundry experience

Process improvement

Tooling design

3-5 years manufacturing experience

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for a Product Engineer to join our growing team and help drive process and product development across our foundry operations. In this hands‑on role, you'll bridge design and production‑optimizing tooling, improving casting processes, and supporting new product introductions.

You'll work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure safe, high‑quality, and efficient manufacturing. If you have a passion for engineering, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Support new product introductions (NPI) from design through production.
• Review customer drawings and specifications to support tooling and process design.
• Assist with gating and feeding system development and validation.
• Collect and analyze process data to improve quality and efficiency.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and Engineering to reduce scrap and improve yields.
• Support process documentation, audits, and PPAP activities.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and cost‑reduction initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or 3-5 years of relevant foundry or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with dry sand, green sand, permanent mold, or investment casting product lines.
• Knowledge of process improvement, tooling design, and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and foundry environments.

Salary: The anticipated annual salary range is $75,000 to $110,000, based on education, experience, & demonstrated skills.

Hours Per Week: 40-45 hours

Benefits: Competitive Salaries, Comprehensive Medical Plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Company Sponsored Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life, Spouse and Child Life, 401K Retirement, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, Company Sponsored Events including Annual Holiday Party & Company Picnic.

PLUS $2000 Signing Bonusafter the completion of 180 days

Why Join Us?

At Carley Foundry, we take pride in producing high‑quality castings that power industries around the world. You'll join a collaborative and forward‑thinking team where innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Carley Foundry, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.