Home Based 3D Architectural Rendering Jobs in Redgranite, WI

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America's leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 3,500 people company-wide.
Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation.
Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

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Tooling Designer

ROLE:

Design and/or modify customer provided CAD data utilizing foundry casting principles to create 3D models from which mold and/or core tooling will be built.

RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES:

• Work directly with foundry tooling engineers on the design, configuration and build layout of mold and core box tooling.
• Layout multiple cavity tooling as directed by tooling engineering.
• Design cores including print area to satisfy casting requirements.
• Utilize 3D CAD software (PowerShape, Inventor, Creo, NX, etc.) to modify, shrink, draft, radii, and fillets.
• Assist CAM Designer on the transfer of model information for CNC cut path generation.
• Understand the design and build of Disamatic mold patterns, core setters, Laempe / CB / D75 core machines, and definers.
• Generate build and assembly drawings for pattern shop. Answer any questions that may arise.
• Work with other pattern personnel to determine tooling rework strategies.
• Responsible for making recommendations in regard to process improvements as well as new technology.
• Train personnel as required.
• Order materials as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 or more years of related experience and/or training, including CNC Machining experience and working knowledge of 3D CAD systems utilizing surfacing. 
• Ability to create 3D models from 2D layout drawings.
• Ability to apply non-uniform shrink, draft and offset parting to models.
• Understanding of off-set parting and pattern offsets
• Able to calculate stock materials based on model information.
• Ability to compare 3D part models to 2D casting layout drawings for accuracy and sufficient stock material.
• Employ critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills.

If selected for consideration, candidates must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, reference check/verification, and a pre-employment drug screen.

BENEFITS:

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employer supported career development, including tuition reimbursement

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.