Foundry engineers are professionals who are engaged in the planning, operation and optimization of foundries. They work on the development of casting processes, the selection of suitable materials and the quality assurance of casting products. Their goal is to produce efficient and high-quality casting products and to optimize the entire production process.
In Germany, the median salary for a foundry engineer is about €77,668 per year, ranging from €73,212 to €77,668 per year, which is about €5,904 gross salary per month (for 40 hours per week).
In order to work as a foundry engineer, a degree in mechanical engineering, process engineering or materials science is usually required. A doctorate in a relevant field is also often expected. Practical experience through internships or internships in the foundry is also an advantage.
Foundry engineers have good career opportunities in industry, especially in the automotive, mechanical engineering and aviation industries. They can take up positions in management, research and development or quality assurance. With sufficient experience, they have the opportunity to take on leadership responsibility or become self-employed.
