Design Engineer 4

• Design foundry tooling using Creo CAD software while following established standards and best practices for no-bake molding processes.
• Develop new pattern and core box tooling designs to support production and new product requirements.
• Prepare tooling RFQs and support tooling quotation activities.
• Analyze casting defects and scrap issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Perform tooling redesigns, re-gating activities, and process improvements to improve casting quality and efficiency.
• Conduct casting flow simulations using SolidCast or similar software.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, tool designers, programmers, pattern makers, and technicians to support tooling development and production goals.
• Work directly with suppliers on tooling build projects, providing technical guidance and project oversight.
• Interpret machining drawings and geometric tolerances to ensure tooling accuracy and manufacturability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and lead-time reduction.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in foundry engineering, tooling design, CAD modeling, and casting simulation, along with the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams., * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant foundry engineering and tooling design experience.
• Experience designing pattern and core box tooling in a foundry environment.
• Strong proficiency with Creo CAD software.
• Experience with casting simulation software (SolidCast preferred).
• Knowledge of no-bake and cold box molding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret machining prints and understand geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience analyzing and resolving casting defects and process-related issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions., * CNC machining or milling knowledge.
• Experience working with external tooling suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Advanced experience with tooling layouts, clearances, offsets, and parting line development.

Desired Skills

• Foundry process knowledge
• Tooling design and development
• Casting simulation and analysis
• CAD modeling and drafting
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Project coordination and supplier management
• Cross-functional communication

Work Environment

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor environments.
• Regular exposure to active foundry operations.
• Hot temperatures during summer months and cooler conditions during winter months.
• Frequent interaction with production personnel, engineers, managers, and suppliers.