Description

Position Summary:

• This position entails the development and qualification on newly tooled castings, along with trouble shooting and problem solving existing programs. 
• The aspects of Dimensional accuracy, Metallurgical soundness and Mechanical strength are the highlights of a satisfactory casting.  Each of which require their individual Engineering effort.
• The successful candidate needs to or will become fluent with current aluminum casting technologies.  They must have the ability to convey that working level information to floor supervisors and operators.
• Creating work instructions that are complete, accurate and easy to comprehend is an essential duty.
• Develop CAD based designs that will be utilized for tool builds including fixtures, gating and simulations.
• Populate the company operating system based on Engineering and product flow data.
• Work with internal and external tooling shops to build robust molds/patterns and fixtures is a regular part of the job along with keeping on top of needed repairs.
• The position will often require communication directly with outside customers or in tandem with our sales and production departments.

Requirements

Foundry Process Engineer Education Requirements:

• Four Year Engineering degree with some exposure to Aluminum metallurgy preferred.
• Experience with aspects of the metal casting process is a plus.
  

Desired Skill Sets for the Position: 

• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Mid to high level CAD, Solidworks preferred
• Non-ferrous metallurgy and Heat Treatment
• Project managment software use
• Knowledge of Aerospace Casting Specifications
• Design of Experiment (DOE)
• Problem solving in a team environment
• Use of formal experimental and statistical techniques