Summary

The Stamping Engineer will possess a comprehensive knowledge of metal forming procedures and machinery, including the technical skills required in manufacturing processes and techniques such as flow, layout, and production equipment, with a specific emphasis on bearing manufacturing methods. Collaborating with personnel from various departments including manufacturing, maintenance, set-up, and engineering, the Stamping Engineer will be responsible for enhancing manufacturing processes and methods to reduce costs, improve quality, and increase efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Offer technical assistance for existing metal forming equipment and processes in a manufacturing setting to ensure maximum efficiency is achieved.
• Conceptualize and design tooling (dies, punches, die-sets), mechanisms, and equipment for use in metalworking during manufacturing processes.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for tooling issues related to metal forming procedures.
• Perform standard analysis, calculations, and produce drawings as necessary for product engineering designs.
• Manage multiple projects and activities independently in order to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery, and continuous improvement goals, while adhering to planned deadlines.
• Assist other engineers in resolving issues related to manufacturing new or existing products.
• Interact and collaborate with associates at various skill levels across the organization.
• Provide engineering support for scrap reduction, productivity improvements using Lean tools, machine builds, and quality enhancements.
• Analyze data to identify, troubleshoot, and enhance various processes.
• Work together with suppliers to develop engineering designs by validating criteria such as cycle time and tooling.
• Coordinate and oversee equipment trials at vendor sites and in-house.
• Offer guidance to engineering technicians, interns, and team members as needed.
• Collaborate and engage in activities with cross-functional teams including Quality Engineering and Production Supervisors.
• Take responsibility for the design, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing lines.
• Assist with equipment design requirements and administrative tasks throughout multiple project phases, including creating RFQs.
• Support the launch of new programs.
• Provide daily engineering support for production.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting, dies, punches, and related tooling used in presses.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of equipment safety and safety compliance is a plus.
• Proficiency with Creo, Solid Works, and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of PFMEA.
• Highly innovative and motivated, with a strong ability to work well in a team setting.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to perform under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Ability to effectively apply engineering theories in practical applications within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in using Statistical Process Control for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Capability to document process changes in support of a structured Quality Assurance system.
• Capacity to work independently within a team structure.
• Ability to approach problem-solving with a systematic and structured methodology.
• Understanding and implementation of Lean manufacturing concepts, problem-solving techniques, and root-cause analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management abilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills in interactions with both internal and external customers.
• Proficient in using computers with the Windows operating system and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Practical knowledge of problem-solving techniques such as 8D, A3, 5 Whys, etc.

Education and Experience

• Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, along with 3-5 years of experience in metal forming processes and presses.
• Proficiency in Solid Works, AutoCAD, and Creo.
• Excellent project management skills.