Engineering Specialist-Tool & Die

About the role

Lead the development of stamping processes and progressive die strip layouts for new model parts optimized for cost and quality on a timely basis, supported with other company activities to achieve company objectives.

Provide knowledgeable liaison of progressive die part feasibility, strip layout development, die design, construction, tryout, and buyoff for new model progressive stampings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of draw die CAD Developments and Construction Release Files for new model stampings.
• Lead the development of Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA's) for new model stampings.
• Update and maintain existing die process information for the inclusion of improvements, service requirements, and carryover modified part releases required for new model usage.
• Participate in and initiate cost requests for new model costing, evaluation of engineering proposals.
• Provide primary engineering support to N/C, machining, construction, tryout, and buyoff of dies.
• Support Stamping Feasibility and Stamping Die Process engineering with die design investigations and deliver design solutions and product/process requirements to proposed Die Design Architecture.
• Develop detailed 3D Solid CAD models to define all Stamping Die engineering intent (Press information, automation, part load/unload, gripper locations, pad travel, CAM travel, typical design sections, etc.).
• Design draw, trim/pierce & flange (including CAMs) for current model programs.
• Check vendor designs for compliance with Ford requirements and construction/production deliverables using Virtual Verification tools.
• Develop Generic Die Architecture models based on PDPD process and target facility.
• Review customer feedback and develop permanent corrective actions to improve die design quality.
• Work with Customers to improve process and die design deliverables in support of company quality/cost/timing objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and/or Tool & Die Journeymen's Card.
• 5+ years of related experience. Must have 2 years minimum experience in at least one of the following stamping areas: Die Processing, Progressive Dies CAD Draw Development, Die Design, Die Construction, and/or Tryout.
• CAD skills required.
• Proficient in reading stamping die designs, both manual and CAD.
• PFMEA proficiency required.
• MS Office proficiency required (.XLS, .DOC, .PPT, and Outlook).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering degrees preferred.
• Understanding of sheet metal FLD Reports and general sheet metal forming methods preferred.
• CATIA V5 preferred.
• Minimum 8 years Die Design experience for large automotive sheet metal panels.
• Minimum 5 years 3D solid die design experience in one of the following CAD systems: I-DEAS, UniGraphics, Catia.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Ford Motor Company Die Design & Construction standards (WDX).
• Experience in the use of Virtual verification tools such as Vis-Mock-Up, Smirt to check for die interference, automation clearance, machining clearance, etc.
• Familiar with Patterns, NC Machining, and Die Construction Practices.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care, and more.
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Established and active employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

Pay

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900. This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility, and competitive market value.