Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Main Tasks

The Manufacturing Engineer - Metal stampings is responsible for optimizing stamping processes, tooling design, and production performance in high-speed press environments. Ensures all stamped components meet specifications, quality standards, and cost targets through robust process design and tooling modifications.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize stamping processes for high-speed press.
• Troubleshoot stamping operations, including press performance and die issues
• Design and modify stamping dies to ensure compliance with all product characteristics
• Collaborate with toolmakers on die repair, maintenance and improvements
• Lead die tryouts, debug activities, and production ramp-up
• Ensure product quality meets engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Support PPAP and resolve non-conformances using root cause analysis
• Drive continuous improvement in scrap reduction, uptime, and productivity
• Partner cross-functionally on new product introduction and process stability
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in metal stamping and high-speed press operations
• Expertise in stamping die design (progressive and/or transfer tooling)
• Ability to modify and debug tooling to meet product specifications
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading
• Experience with mechanical or servo presses and feeding systems
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAD and simulation tools
• Knowledge of advanced materials such as AHSS and aluminum
• Lean or Six Sigma experience
• Background in high-volume manufacturing environments