Tool & Die Associate Engineering Manager, Press, Semi

What You'll Do

• Lead the Tool and Die department, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment while optimizing stamping die performance
• Develop and implement strategic goals using business, financial, and operational data to drive efficiency
• Recruit, train, and manage a highly skilled team, fostering continuous improvement and high performance
• Oversee the full tooling lifecycle, including design, preventive maintenance, engineering changes, and repairs
• Support Manufacturing Engineering in tooling development for new model programs under tight timelines and budgets
• Enhance tooling durability and defect prevention through engineering principles and advanced forming methods

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years of experience, including 5+ years in automotive die maintenance, or 17+ years of equivalent experience
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams, setting priorities, and improving performance in a dynamic environment
• Proven track record managing large-scale projects with strict deadlines, budgets, and quality standards
• Expertise in tooling maintenance systems, production metrics, and process optimization
• Experience in die maintenance for aluminum-stamped panels and luxury vehicle programs
• Knowledge of world-class production systems (e.g., TPS, GMS) and dimensional inspection techniques (CMM, vision systems)
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with proficiency in MS Office

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program