Application Engineer

Application Engineer

Open positions for Iron, Steel, and Nonferrous

In-Person Position – Schaumburg, IL

MAGMA Foundry Technologies, Inc.

For over 35 years, MAGMA has been a global leader in the metalcasting industry, delivering cutting-edge technical solutions through our proprietary casting process simulation software MAGMASOFT^® autonomous engineering. Our mission is simple: to empower innovation, solve real-world casting challenges, and elevate the industry through technology, education, and engineering expertise.

We are more than just software providers, we are educators, collaborators, and problem solvers. With a global team of over 250 passionate professionals, we are committed to building trusted relationships and driving casting excellence across the industry.

Currently we have three open positions for Iron Application Engineer, Steel Application Engineer, and Nonferrous Application Engineer to join our U.S. team and help us continue advancing the future of metalcasting.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

• Self-starter: With a passion for the metalcasting industry and a drive to make a difference.
• Technical Expertise: 3-6 years of experience in the metalcasting world (Iron, Steel or Nonferrous) whether in process engineering, quality engineering, pattern design or other related technical areas.
• Confident Communicator: You enjoy engaging with people from engineers to executives and have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Versatility & Adaptability: You are comfortable switching between sales, engineering projects, technical support, and educational services.
• Independent & Collaborative: You thrive both in team settings and when working independently to deliver results.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Use MAGMASOFT^® software daily to deliver insights and solutions to customers.
• Cross trained in other process areas such as iron, high pressure diecasting, steel and investment casting.
• Grow and support our customer base through technical expertise and sales activities.
• Collaborate with Application Managers on new sales opportunities.
• Create and confidentially present technical materials for internal meetings, customer presentations, training sessions, industry conferences, and reports. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who is comfortable with public speaking and effectively presents technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Lead and support engineering projects and educational workshops.
• Act as a technical spokesperson in marketing videos for social media, clearly communicating engineering concepts and product knowledge to customers and industry professionals.
• Travel to customer sites domestically and internationally as needed. (Up to 25% travel)

Why MAGMA?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a company that is making a real impact on the metalcasting industry.
• Exciting Projects: From supporting new casting program launch initiatives to solving complex mechanical property issues with MAGMASOFT^®, never a dull day!
• Global Exposure: Travel to industry events and collaborate with MAGMA offices around the world.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy work from home Fridays, flexible time for appointments, and team social events.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Free Health Insurance - Employer paid health care with no out of pocket expense within the BCBS network
• HSA (Health Savings Account) employer maxed contributions
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401k with employer contributions
• 15 days of vacation to start (retro – no waiting period), plus one week vacation over the Christmas Holiday
• Annual bonus based on company profitability
• Fitness membership
• Parental leave
• Continuing education reimbursement

Salary Range $80,000 - $102,000

Are you ready for MAGMA?

Resume and cover letter must be in .docx or .pdf format.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. 

U.S. immigration employer sponsorship is not provided.