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Precision Tooling Design Engineer – Horizontal Molding
Location: Central Wisconsin (100% onsite; no relocation)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent W-2
Authorization: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder required
Salary: Up to $100,000/year (DOE) Full benefits
Retirement & Perks: 6% 401(k) contribution (regardless of match), profit-sharing, on-site health clinics
Why You'll Thrive Here
Join a cornerstone of North American industry renowned for sustainable practices and cutting-edge manufacturing. Our team-oriented culture values long-term career growth—many employees build multi-decade tenures—and supports your success with exceptional benefits and professional development.
What You'll Do
- Tooling & Gating Design: Create detailed tooling, gating, and riser layouts for horizontal molding of gray and ductile iron castings using advanced 3D CAD/CAM.
- Production & Pattern Support: Partner with production and pattern departments to refine tooling designs, implement continuous-improvement initiatives, and troubleshoot casting defects.
- Documentation & Handoff: Develop comprehensive build, assembly, and inspection documentation for tooling-shop teams, ensuring clarity and manufacturability.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside engineering, production, and quality teams to model process enhancements, propose rework strategies, and reduce scrap rates.
Requirements
What You Bring
- Technical Expertise: Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience in iron/metal casting tooling, with essential horizontal molding proficiency.
- 3D CAD/CAM Mastery: Exceptional skill with AutoCAD, PowerShape, Pro-E/Creo, Magma, etc.; proven ability to convert 2D layouts into complex 3D models and handle IGS, XT, STL, and related file formats.
- Casting Innovation: Solid track record designing core boxes, patterns, and gating systems that optimize fill, minimize turbulence, and meet dimensional tolerances.
- Dependable Record: Demonstrated history of reliable performance and problem-solving in a manufacturing or foundry environment.
- Local Commitment: Residence within 45 miles of our facility in Central Wisconsin for a dependable onsite presence.