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Le Sueur Inc.

Simulation Foundry Engineer

Le Sueur, MN · On-site

Validate designs and simulations against actual casting results to continually improve the process ... Engineer and design prototype & production tools for sand casting, investment casting, and other ...

Eck Industries, Inc.

Simulation Engineer

Manitowoc, WI · On-site

Join the team at Eck Industries, a leader in aluminum casting and innovation for over 75 years. We're looking for a Simulation Engineer who will develop casting gating and run Magmasoft simulation ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, Simulation

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, SIMULATION As a software engineer on the NDE & Materials Software team, you will ... Experience with casting or solidification is not required-just a desire to learn, collaborate, and ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, Simulation

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, SIMULATION As a software engineer on the NDE & Materials Software team, you will ... Experience with casting or solidification is not required-just a desire to learn, collaborate, and ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, Simulation

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, SIMULATION As a software engineer on the NDE & Materials Software team, you will ... Experience with casting or solidification is not required-just a desire to learn, collaborate, and ...

Donsco Inc

Tooling Engineer

Wrightsville, PA · On-site

Utilize computerized design tools, such as casting simulation, as needed to ensure timely and high quality results. 7.Design and re-design gate and riser systems for new and existing jobs with the ...

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Tooling Engineer

Waupaca, WI

Designing pattern gating utilizing foundry casting principles and casting simulation software to produce parts consistent with plant quality and production goals. RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: * Work ...

PeopleShare

Project Engineer - Ashland

Ashland, PA

$75K - $95K/yr

Experience using casting simulation software such as: * MAGMASOFT * ProCAST * Familiarity with additive manufacturing for pattern development. * Experience working directly with customers and ...

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Tooling Engineer

Tell City, IN · On-site

Designing pattern gating utilizing foundry casting principles and casting simulation software to produce parts consistent with plant quality and production goals. RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: * Work ...

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Tooling Engineer

Tell City, IN · On-site

Designing pattern gating utilizing foundry casting principles and casting simulation software to produce parts consistent with plant quality and production goals. RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: * Work ...

Beehive Industries

CAD Designer

Loveland, OH · On-site

$25.75 - $35.75/hr

Experience with finite element analysis or casting simulation software. * Familiarity with nTopology workflows or a strong interest in developing capability with nTopology. * Experience with ...

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.

Tooling Engineer

Waupaca, WI · On-site

Designing pattern gating utilizing foundry casting principles and casting simulation software to produce parts consistent with plant quality and production goals. RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: * Work ...

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As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for casting simulation in the United States is $123,399.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,000.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Professionals in Casting Simulation typically spend their days preparing digital models of casting components, setting up simulations using advanced software, and analyzing results to predict and prevent defects. They regularly collaborate with design engineers, foundry personnel, and quality teams to recommend process improvements and validate simulation outcomes through physical trials. The role often involves troubleshooting manufacturing challenges, maintaining detailed documentation, and participating in continuous learning to stay current with emerging simulation techniques. This environment fosters a strong balance of technical analysis and cross-departmental teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Casting Simulation position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Casting Simulation role, you need a solid background in metallurgical engineering or materials science, with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and simulation methodologies. Expertise in specialized software such as MAGMASOFT, ProCAST, or Autodesk Simulation, along with experience interpreting simulation results, is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are key soft skills for success in this position. These competencies enable accurate process optimization, effective teamwork, and high-quality results in complex casting projects.

What is a Casting Simulation job?

A Casting Simulation job involves using specialized software to model and analyze metal casting processes before actual production. Engineers in this role simulate mold filling, solidification, and defect prediction to optimize design, reduce waste, and improve casting quality. They work closely with foundries, design teams, and manufacturing engineers to ensure efficient and cost-effective casting processes. This role requires expertise in metallurgy, fluid dynamics, and simulation tools like MAGMASOFT, ProCAST, or FLOW-3D.

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Simulation Foundry Engineer

Simulation Foundry Engineer

Le Sueur Inc.

Le Sueur, MN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Position Specification:
Job Title: Simulation Foundry Engineer
Location: Le Sueur, MN
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for coordinating and developing moldflow and solidification analysis; creating and updating 3D CAD models; performing CAE analysis and participate in the Product Launch process to improve simulation results and performance.
  • Support the tooling and design department in the development of optimized gating systems for iron, aluminum and steel castings.
  • Use CAD technology such as Creo, SolidWorks, SpaceClaim or OnShape to assist with mold designs for tool fabrication.
  • Use software technology for simulation of the foundry processes, like Magmasoft, ProCast or EKK to assist with the mold flow simulation, defect predictions and solidification patterns.
  • Provide technical input during the new product start-up meetings to establish the most effective and efficient casting process to meet or exceed the quality and cost goals, as quoted.
  • Communicate with customers, and internal production areas using mold flow and solidification analysis, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Liaise between the customer and manufacturing team to resolve mold flow and solidification analysis questions.
  • Conduct research and development utilizing mold flow and solidification analysis software to develop accurate analysis results in a timely manner.
  • Validate designs and simulations against actual casting results to continually improve the process.
  • Engineer and design prototype & production tools for sand casting, investment casting, and other processes.
  • Optimize/modify customer CAD files for molding and castings processes.
  • Adhere to the rules and conventions established by the Pattern Work Instruction.
  • Provide engineering support to all molding operations.

10% travel within the United States, Canada and Mexico
Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials engineering or related engineering field, and (5) Five years of progressive post bachelor's experience as a simulation engineer, in a foundry environment.
Also requires the following:
  • 5 years of experience in mold flow and solidification analysis software
  • 1 year of experience in CAD Software such as Solid Works
  • 5 years of experience using Magmasoft, Procast or EKK
  • 3 years of hands-on experience in casting and simulation

Also requires certificates of training to use the software:
  • Magmasoft
  • EKK
  • Solidworks

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