Industry: Foundry / Sand Casting
Experience: 2–5 years preferred
We are looking for a Pattern Design & Development Engineer with strong practical knowledge of sand-casting pattern design, methoding, CAD and CAM.
Key Responsibilities
* Study customer 3D component drawings/models and develop production-ready sand-casting patterns.
* Design pattern plates, match plates, core boxes, loose pieces and other pattern tooling.
* Apply appropriate shrinkage, machining and draft allowances in pattern design.
* Understand and implement the approved casting method provided by the Methoding Engineer.
* Coordinate closely with the Methoding Engineer to ensure correct parting lines, core requirements, pattern orientation and methoding requirements are incorporated into the pattern.
* Develop accurate 3D CAD models of patterns and tooling.
* Generate CAM programs and tool paths for pattern/tooling development.
* Select suitable machining strategies and optimize tool paths for accuracy, surface finish and efficiency.
* Identify pattern-related issues during development and make necessary design modifications.
* Participate in pattern trials and first-off casting development.
* Analyze trial feedback and implement required pattern corrections.
* Maintain CAD models, CAM programs and pattern revision records.
* Coordinate with Methoding, Production, Quality and Pattern Development teams for timely development of new patterns.
Required Skills
* Robust practical knowledge of sand-casting pattern design and development.
* Good understanding of foundry methoding and casting processes.
* Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX or equivalent.
* Practical knowledge of CAM programming.
* Good understanding of shrinkage, draft and machining allowances.
* Knowledge of pattern plates, core boxes, core prints and loose pieces.
* Ability to understand casting methoding and translate it into practical pattern designs.
* Good problem-solving ability and a hands-on approach to