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# Foundry Engineer

- **Company:** Vulcan Inc
- **Location:** Tacoma, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $80,774 - $100,967
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Data Analysis, SolidWorks (CAD), Software Design Patterns, Creo
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/45f85802-1ad1-44d4-83b8-d5d43f038ab5/foundry-engineer

## About the Role

* 3+ year in Foundry Engineer Experience
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 * Experience with CAD software (CREO or Solid Works)
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 * Background in welding engineering or metallurgy
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 * Skilled in data analysis to support process improvement and informed decision-making
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 * Knowledge of automation technologies and their applications in manufacturing
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 * Familiarity with ERP systems
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 * Proven ability to work with minimal supervision
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 * Strong capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
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 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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 * Ability to navigate complex, open-ended technical challenges with confidence and sound judgement
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 * Self-motivated and proactive, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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 * Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
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## Description

Position Overview: As a Foundry Engineer, you will leverage customer drawings and specifications to design patterns and casting processes that deliver high-quality products. This role also includes driving continuous improvement initiatives by identifying root causes of production issues and implementing effective corrective actions. The position requires close collaboration with multiple departments across the organization, including Operations, Quality, and Safety.

Primary Responsibilities:

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 * Design riser and gating systems using casting calculations and solidification modeling results
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 * Determine and provide process parameters required to support efficient casting operation
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 * Collaborate with CAD technicians to maintain accurate drawings and develop models that reflect the casting manufacturing process
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 * Perform and optimize solidification modeling to enhance casting quality and performance
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 * Document production issues, conduct root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions
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 * Participate in cost reduction, process improvement, and safety enhancement initiatives
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 * Support cost estimation activities for new and existing projects
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 * Stay current with industry best practices and lead implementation efforts within the foundry
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 * Attend scheduling meetings and ensure alignment with the production schedule through clear communication and coordination
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 * Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives
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