Foundry Manufacturing Engineer - Cheney, United States - Farrar Corp
Description
Foundry Manufacturing EngineerPositions Supervised:
None Position SummaryThe Foundry Manufacturing Engineer will work on site to develop new designs and ideas for multiple areas of foundry production including but not limited to core making, molding, pouring, grinding, and assembly.
This position will be responsible for the development and production of foundry tooling (castings, patterns, core boxes, grinding fixtures), automated cell programming, casting and tooling cost estimates, and capital project implementation.
Our engineering team works closely with production to support and improve our day-to-day operations.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign foundry tooling (patterns, core boxes, grinding fixtures etc.)Develop 3-D models and 2-D prints (Solidworks)Design gating and risers required to produce quality castingsPreform pre and post analysis of casting simulation resultsDrive and implement process improvements for productionProviding technical support including problem solving, and brainstorming with customers in designing parts and converting fabricationsDesign machining and grinding fixturesAssist in the development and programming of robotic grinding cells and CNC equipmentWork closely with engineering and production personnel to solve technical problemsResponsible for quality and economically conscious designsProvide casting and tooling cost estimates for quoting purposesOther duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or similar field of study3-D CAD education and/or experience (Solidworks, Mastercam, MAGMA)Strong understanding of green sand processes and ductile iron castingsStrong understanding of CNC machining & programmingKnowledge of production tooling designAbility to work independently with little supervision and work as a team as part of a larger project Self-starting, multitasking, critical thinking, teamwork, results-oriented.