Foundry Metallurgist – Casting Engineer

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak

Foundry Metallurgist / Casting Engineer in steel foundry ensuring high quality castings. Reporting to the Foundry Technical Manager and overseeing process control in Decatur, Illinois.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeDecatur • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting directly to the Foundry Technical Manager, responsible to utilize process control and experience to insure the production of consistently high quality castings.
Review and approve foundry work instructions and PPE requirements to ensure safe operation.
Ensure that outside vendors adhere to plant safety regulations.
Review foundry process control techniques to ensure measuring and recording techniques employed are accurate.
Manage process control data within QCS to reduce scrap rates and improve product quality.
Conduct root-cause investigations of casting defects using metallurgical analysis.
Monitor and adjust sand-system parameters to maintain consistent mold quality.
Develop and implement plans to improve foundry productivity.
Coach and mentor foundry technical and operating personnel.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Material Science or Metallurgy.
At least five (5) years’ experience in steel foundry in an engineering or technical position.
Experience with low volume/high component mix environment.
Ability to troubleshoot foundry processes at the shop level.
Experience with Data Analysis tools Mini-tab or other Statistical software.
Computer literate including Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets.
SAP knowledge and/or experience would be an asset.
Proficiency in metallurgical testing and analysis methods.
Understanding of thermodynamics, phase diagrams, and material properties.
Attention to detail and high standards of quality.
Familiarity with metallurgical software and analysis tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture.
We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority.
Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression.
Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits.
Company paid life and disability insurance.
Paid holidays and vacation.
Retirement plan with matching contributions.
Tuition Assistance Program.
Wellness Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Recognition Programs.

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Hard Skills & Tools

process controlmetallurgical analysisdata analysisstatistical softwaremetallurgical testingthermodynamicsphase diagramsmaterial propertiesfoundry processesquality control

Soft Skills

attention to detailcoachingmentoringtroubleshootingcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationquality standards

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaterial ScienceMetallurgy