Role Purpose:

We are looking for a skilled CAD Engineer to design and develop pattern equipment and dies for Investment Casting and Replicast processes. The role involves pattern design, cost optimization, tooling development, casting process improvement, and coordination with internal teams and tool manufacturers.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare pattern and die designs, layout drawings, 3D models, and pattern splitting using Creo and AutoCAD.

- Design gating and methoding systems for castings in coordination with Foundry teams.

- Estimate tooling manufacturing costs and provide technical support to tool manufacturers.

- Coordinate with vendors/tool makers to ensure timely delivery of patterns and dies.

- Execute Value Analysis (VA) and Value Engineering (VE) projects for cost optimization.

- Improve pattern performance and resolve pattern-related foundry issues.

- Maintain machining allowances and update 3D models as per SOP.





- Explore new materials and technologies for pattern and die manufacturing.

- Maintain development records, cost estimations, credit notes, and resource utilization data.

- Drive Root Cause Analysis (RCA), CAPA activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Ensure compliance with safety standards, 5S, and Kaizen practices.

Required Skills

- Proficiency in Creo 8.0 and AutoCAD.

- Knowledge of layout design, pattern splitting, and pattern manufacturing.

- Experience in casting simulation software.

- Understanding of Cast Iron and SG Iron metallurgy.

- Hands-on experience in foundry manufacturing processes and rejection control.

- Working knowledge of SAP PP & MM modules.

- Solid problem-solving, project planning, costing, and coordination skills.

- Experience in driving RCA and CAPA activities.

📌 Cad Design Engineer(Die/Pattern) (Kirloskarvadi)
🏢 Kirloskar Brothers
📍 Kirloskarvadi