Foundry Engineering Manager- Tooling and Systems
Description

 BCI Solutions is seeking a Foundry Engineering Manager to serve as the technical authority for tooling, engineering systems, and execution. This role owns foundry, machine, and automation tooling; engineering data integrity; product launch support; quality problem-solving; and the technical direction of the engineering team.


This position is well suited for a hands-on engineering leader who values technical accuracy, sound decisions, and solving real problems at the root cause level.


Key Responsibilities 

  • Own tooling and pattern management across the foundry 
  • Manage internal and external pattern shops for cost, quality, and delivery 
  • Control tooling lifecycle including build, revision, wear review, maintenance, and retirement 
  • Maintain tooling and engineering data accuracy in Odyssey ERP (BOMs, revisions, locations, costs) 
  • Lead engineering support for new product launches and engineering changes 
  • Provide structured engineering support for quality issues 
  • Oversee and assist in quoting process 
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions  
  • Direct and manage the engineering team: 
  • Set priorities 
  • Assign work 
  • Ensure completion to standard 
  • Establish and enforce engineering and tooling standards, documentation, and change control 

What Success Looks Like 

  • Tooling data matches reality on the floor 
  • Tool wear is reviewed and managed proactively 
  • Product launches follow a defined plan with minimal disruption 
  • Assist quality and production on improving quality issues 
  • Ensure quotes are processed accurately and timely 
  • Engineering changes are controlled and communicated 
  • Ensure pattern shops meet commitments 
  • The engineering team operates with clarity and accountability  

Why BCI Solutions 

  • Family-owned with long-term stability 
  • Clear authority and ownership in the role 
  • Emphasis on systems, structure, and execution 
  • Competitive pay and benefits 

We’re looking for a leader who wants full ownership, expects clear standards, and is prepared to be accountable for results. 

Requirements

 Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred 
  • Foundry experience strongly preferred 
  • Experience managing tooling, quoting, and engineering systems 
  • Prior leadership experience with engineers or technical teams 
  • Strong organizational, planning, and follow-through skills 
  • Comfortable enforcing standards and processes