Process Engineer

ATEK METAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC • New Hampton, IA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Shape the systems that turn raw metal into precision. This is a hands-on engineering role for someone who sees a problem on the floor and doesn't rest until it's solved. At ATEK Metal Technologies, our process engineers don't just observe — they own. As our Process Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing, validating, and continuously improving the foundry processes that drive our quality and efficiency. From new product launches to day-to-day production support, your fingerprints will be on the work that matters most. This role is for someone who leads from the front, operates with urgency, and takes genuine pride in making things run better than they did yesterday.

Requirements

• 3+ years of foundry experience directly related to low pressure aluminum casting and process engineering
• Demonstrated experience in molding process problem solving in a foundry environment
• Experience reducing foundry process scrap
• Track record delivering continuous improvement projects
• Off-shift availability and flexibility to support 2nd or 3rd shift operations and weekends as needed

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma methodology
• Foundry automation experience
• Experience in tooling, core make, and post-molding processes (heat treatment, de-core, finishing)
• You don't wait to be told there's a problem — you find it first
• You can earn the trust of operators and engineers alike
• You hold yourself and others to a high standard, consistently and respectfully

Responsibilities

• Design and validate operating processes for both new and existing products, ensuring they meet customer requirements, cycle time targets, and quality standards.
• Lead and deliver CI projects that reduce scrap, improve efficiency, and strengthen process control across the foundry floor.
• Own process-based problem solving in support of daily operations — identifying root causes, implementing fixes, and preventing recurrence.
• Develop clear, thorough operating instructions that keep processes controlled, repeatable, and audit-ready.
• Partner with design engineering to resolve equipment and tooling issues before they impact production.
• Educate and coach process operators on proper procedures, building a culture of competence and accountability on the floor.
• Take full ownership of assigned processes under the Engineering Manager, driving execution and improvement with a sense of urgency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed