Associate Engineer - Engineering Development Program

LAUNCH YOUR ENGINERING CAREER WHERE IMIGINATION IN METALLURGY TAKES SHAPE!

Are you a 2026 engineering graduate ready to turn theory into real-world impact? Step into the future with an Associate Engineering position, designed to be part of Hitchiner’s immersive Engineering Development Program built just for you.

What makes this opportunity different?

You won’t just learn—you’ll experience. From day one, you’ll work alongside industry experts mastering the art and science of investment casting, a critical process behind some of the world’s most advanced components.

Your Journey Will Include

• Hands-on training with cutting-edge manufacturing techniques
• Mentorship from seasoned engineers and technical leaders
• Rotational learning experiences across key engineering functions
• Real projects that shape your skills—and our products
  
  

Why start at Hitchiner?

We’re not just offering a job—we’re building your future. This program is designed to give you the foundational knowledge, technical confidence, and industry insight needed to grow into high-impact engineering roles.

If you’re curious, driven, and ready to learn from the best—this is your moment. Apply today!

Prime Responsibilities And Major Factors In Evaluating Performance

• Assist in investigating and initiating corrective action on manufacturing problems arising in the manufacture of products and in manufacturing problems associated with the inspection and testing of products.
• Assist in establishing operating equipment specifications, improving manufacturing techniques and introducing new process equipment to production. Interface with design personnel to ensure that processes and designs are compatible.
• Review and evaluate minor engineering changes and/or other specification requirements and perform technical liaison function with production planning and engineering personnel.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
• Prepare engineering schematics and parts lists for system components to facilitate manufacturing planning.
• Perform industrial engineering assignments of a basic degree of complexity, involving the application of basic engineering principles to perform routine analysis and evaluation in support of plant engineering activities. Prepare plans and specifications for equipment, test equipment and tooling. Conduct analysis of methods and time standards. Evaluate findings and prepare reports, graphs, charts and data reflecting the results, conclusions and recommendations.
• Must be capable of delivering on commitments in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assignments typically will include design and development, materials testing, preparation of specifications, process study, report preparation, and other activities requiring knowledge of principles and techniques commonly employed in the specific area of assignments.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• May be involved in training and developing less experienced technical personnel.
• Observe the Hitchiner code of conduct, safety and quality principles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering - mechanical, manufacturing, chemical or materials science.
• Familiar with a variety of concepts within the field.
• Prior internship experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
  
  

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.

We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Benefits

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• 3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation at 10 years seniority
• We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
• Training and Educational Assistance Programs
  
  

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. EOE/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.