Senior Design Engineer in Hodges

Job Title:

Design Engineer 4

Location:

Onsite – Hodges, SC Contract Duration

12 months with potential to extend or convert

We are seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer with strong foundry tooling experience to support the design, development, and optimization of casting tooling in a production environment. This role focuses on designing pattern tooling using CAD software, improving casting quality, and reducing lead times through simulation and process optimization. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with foundry processes (no‑bake and cold box), advanced modeling capabilities, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and shop floor teams.

• Design and develop foundry tooling, including patterns and core boxes, using CAD software (Creo)
• Support RFQ processes for tooling and contribute to cost and timeline estimation
• Analyze and resolve casting defects, including scrap reduction and re‑gating strategies
• Perform casting simulations (Solid Cast) to optimize tooling and process flow
• Collaborate with engineers, tool designers, pattern makers, and manufacturing teams to ensure effective tool builds
• Interpret machining prints and apply geometric tolerancing principles to designs
• Apply best practices for no‑bake and cold box molding processes
• Provide direction to suppliers and support tooling build projects
• Continuously improve tooling quality, performance, and production efficiency

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in foundry engineering and tooling design
• Strong experience with foundry processes (no‑bake and/or cold box)
• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo highly)
• Experience with casting simulation tools (Solid Cast)
• Strong understanding of pattern design, parting lines, offsets, clearances, and tooling layouts
• Ability to read machining drawings and understand geometric tolerances
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast‑paced production environment

• CNC machining knowledge
• Experience working directly with tooling suppliers and shop floor teams

Do you now or in the future require sponsorship (e.g. H-1B)? Y/N

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