Layout Engineer (Investment Castings)

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leadings provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee - regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, and parental leave-all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

The Layout Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes based on customer blueprints and specifications. This role ensures the on-time production of investment castings that meet the highest quality standards at the lowest possible cost. The position involves troubleshooting process issues, providing technical support, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes using engineering principles, process knowledge, and creativity to produce quality castings that meet customer specifications and deadlines.
• Review customer blueprints and specifications to determine procedures, testing requirements, and routing sequences for metallurgical compliance.
• Support plant initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and overall casting costs through daily scrap reviews, SPC development, and cost-improvement projects.
• Create and maintain detailed shop instructions for production processes.
• Collaborate with customer representatives on new product development, cost-reduction initiatives, and program requirements.
• Drive technology development to support plant efficiency and innovation.
• Perform and manage all first-article dimensional layouts for internal and external qualifications.
• Acquire data for probability studies and statistical analysis.
• Program and operate blue light inspection systems for cores, castings, tooling, and 3D-printed products.
• Conduct blue light scans for new tooling cores, wax pattern dies, tool reworks, and pattern/core dies.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in Metallurgical, Materials, Chemical, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience as a Layout Engineer.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reports, correspondence, and presentations.
• Proficiency in mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, ratios, and proportions.
• Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, analyzing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret complex technical instructions and manage abstract and concrete variables.

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Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/