Entry Level Foundry Process Engineer
The Entry Level Foundry Process Engineer is responsible for overseeing and improving foundry manufacturing processes, including pattern rigging design, casting quality control, and defect analysis. This role involves technical documentation, collaboration across facilities, and implementation of quality management systems to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency in metals production.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Foundry & Metals Manufacturing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-Level Foundry Process Engineer to support foundry operations, pattern rigging design, solidification simulation, and continuous process improvements. This role is based in Lebanon, PA and reports to engineering/operations leadership. The role is suitable for recent graduates or early-career engineers with hands-on manufacturing experience in metals or casting environments.
What You’ll Do
- Provide technical review, control, and documentation of process parameters that affect product quality
- Design pattern rigging and create detailed shop travelers for casting patterns
- Evaluate and update manufacturing systems, work instructions, and documentation
- Implement and use the Quality Management System to ensure compliance and traceability
- Assist in defect analysis, root-cause investigation, and corrective actions
- Develop 3D solid models and perform solidification simulations
- Construct or modify product routings and support quoting for raw castings and related services
- Collaborate with other facilities to resolve casting-related issues and implement corrective actions
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency
- Advise production operations and support purchasing or evaluation of new manufacturing technology
- Adhere to environmental, health, and safety requirements
Skills & Qualifications
- Degree in Materials, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred (Bachelor’s preferred but not required)
- 0–5 years manufacturing experience preferred; exposure to metals manufacturing, casting/upgrade processes, or machining is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret casting blueprints and translate them into pattern rigging and mold designs
- Understanding of shrink factors, feeding moduli, and foundry design principles
- Experience or familiarity with SolidWorks (or similar CAD), laser scanning, and solidification simulation tools is beneficial
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to implement corrective actions
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work with employees at all levels
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Compensation & Location
- Location: Lebanon, PA (on-site / plant-based role)
- Salary: $70,000 – $95,000 per year (as provided by the source posting)
- Employment type: Full-time (unless otherwise discussed with hiring team)
Note: The posted salary range reflects the source material. Actual offer may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Legal & Hiring Notes
- Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to equal employment opportunity and a harassment-free workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.
- Employment is contingent on authorization to work in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please let us know if you need assistance during the hiring process.
- Candidates may be asked to provide references, verification of education/credentials, and to complete background or drug screening consistent with applicable law.
Why Join
- Gain hands-on engineering experience in a metals manufacturing/foundry environment
- Work on end-to-end casting processes—from pattern design to simulation and production support
- Be part of a team focused on quality systems and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to grow technical and leadership skills in a manufacturing engineering career path
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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