John Speidel

John Speidel is an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in foundry and casting technology. Currently serving as the Foundry & Casting Technology Engineering Manager at Waterman Industries since June 2007, John oversees casting development, offshore procurement, and pattern repair and storage warehousing. Previous roles include Project Engineer/Construction Superintendent at BLH Construction, Project/Construction Engineer at Quad Knopf, Foundry Director at Hayes Lemmerz International, and Director of Manufacturing/Engineering Manager at Coastcast Corp/Cast Alloys. John's extensive experience also includes positions as Development Engineer at Signicast Corporation, Chief Engineer at Wisconsin Investcast, and Part Engineer at Precision Castparts. John holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines.