Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Stamping

Our employer is a leading provider of premium metal payment cards and secure authentication solutions. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, the company serves major financial institutions, producing over 30 million metal cards annually and holding a dominant share in the premium metal card segment. It also offers advanced digital security through a proprietary platform that includes three-factor authentication and cold storage for digital assets, generating over $420 million in annual sales.

• Salary range: 85-150k USD
• Annual Bonus: Up to 15% (contingent upon a combination of company's and personal performance).

We are seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (Stamping) with deep expertise in high-volume metal stamping operations. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of production experience in a stamping environment producing millions of parts annually. This role requires strong skills in SolidWorks, tool design, and hands-on experience with die assembly. A proven track record of designing complete production lines—including material handling, decoiling, flattening, and stamping - is highly desirable.

This position will drive stamping process excellence through tooling design, process optimization, and automation integration to ensure efficiency, quality, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

• Stamping Process Design & Optimization
• Design and optimize stamping processes for high-volume production.
• Develop and implement tooling strategies for single and progressive station dies.
• Improve cycle times, material utilization, and overall efficiency.
• Tooling & Die Design
• Create and modify stamping dies using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with toolmakers and oversee die assembly and maintenance.
• Ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and durability of tooling.
• Production Line Development
• Design full stamping production lines, including material handling, decoiling, flattening, and stamping stations.
• Integrate automation for part handling and quality inspection.
• Project Management
• Lead projects from concept through installation and validation.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and supplier relationships for tooling and equipment.
• Prepare project documentation and status reports.
• Safety & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards.
• Implement risk assessments, machine guarding, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain documentation for regulatory compliance and audits.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles for process improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 5–10 years in high-volume stamping production environments.
• Proven record of designing and implementing full stamping lines.

Technical Expertise

• SolidWorks proficiency for tooling and fixture design.
• Strong knowledge of stamping processes, die design, and material behavior.
• Hands-on experience with tool assembly and maintenance.
• Familiarity with automation integration for stamping operations.

Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience with progressive and single-station dies.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Exposure to ISO 13485 or automotive quality standards.
• PMP certification (optional but beneficial).

Our employer believes in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our full-time team members enjoy access to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Advancement Opportunities

**** Benefits eligibility and details will be shared during the hiring process.