Stamping Die Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Review, define, and optimize die processes for assigned components.
• Determine part orientation, die type, and process flow to meet surface, dimensional, and throughput targets.
• Develop preliminary 6-Box processes and create NX models to support tooling concept and feasibility.
• Establish proper trim, form, and secondary operations to achieve quality and production requirements.
• Evaluate processes from previous programs to identify risks and apply lessons learned.
• Collaborate with tooling suppliers throughout design, construction, and tryout phases to ensure compliance with Stellantis tooling standards.
• Validate die construction, process methods, and panel quality during build and buyoff.
• Conduct static and dynamic die buyoffs and support readiness for shipment.
• Prepare requisitions and manage all procurement associated with die build and tryout.
• Ensure material availability for tryout, early builds, and production readiness.
• Cook up and resolve process-related issues with product engineering, including engineering changes (E/C).
• Support plant teams during die installation, debug, and industrialization.
• Lead quality loops throughout launch, ensuring panels meet formability, surface, and dimensional requirements.
• Interpret and act on Forming Simulation, GD&T, FLD, and CMM data to improve die processes and panel outcomes.
• Provide process feedback and implement improvements to enhance throughput and repeatability.
• Drive continuous improvement in die capability, tool performance, and panel quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of die experience with demonstrated expertise in die process, die design, and/or die feasibility.
• Strong understanding of press operations, including Blanking, Front-of-Line, bolsters, End-of-Line, MLM, and die automation systems such as crossbar, tri-axis, and tandem.
• Solid knowledge of draw and line die operations, cam design, formability principles, and process optimization.
• Understanding of coil blanking, nesting, and material procurement.
• Ability to read and interpret Forming Simulation, GD&T, FLD, and CMM reports to drive corrective actions.
• Excellent communication skills—verbal and written.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Advanced CAD skills with Catia and/or NX.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Engineering
• Completed tool and die apprenticeship
• Knowledge of welding and assembly systems
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex problems using both virtual simulation and physical tooling experience
• Familiarity with Teamcenter, MEDDS, DDP, material databases, and SharePoint
• Strong understanding of how product design, manufacturing processes, tooling standards, and die-process capability align to meet program objectives
• Hands-on technical background with direct exposure to die tryout, troubleshooting, and panel development