Tooling Engineer

"An Equal Opportunity Employer” It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law. GENERAL SUMMARY Responsible to ensure all new tooling programs and engineering changes are completed accurately and on time to meet customer needs. Ensure that tools meet or exceed NASG's die standard requirements and production needs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS A. Responsible for all aspects of Tooling builds. 1. Oversee tooling build schedule to ensure customer requirements are met on time. 2. Report new tooling program progress and any deficiencies at weekly engineering and APQP meetings. 3. Coordinate and assist with strip, design, and feasibility reviews as needed. 4. Lead follow-up activity and support assistance with internal/external tool shops from tooling/automation development, tracking, tooling placement, on time delivery, sample submission, and buy off with receiving plant. 5. Assist in FMEA, pre-production planning, and initial samples. 6. Work with Manufacturing to coordinate die trials within the production schedule. 7. Ensure meeting of required run rates through operator feedback and assistance from other NASG departments. 8. Maintain open issues list and ensure completion of tasks on time. B. Responsible for ongoing administration and management of all new tooling programs. 1. Investigate, resolve and/or recommend solutions to problems typically relating to tooling and related automation. 2. Coordinate continuous improvement process of new tooling programs to include safety-related issues, ergonomics, material handling, corrective actions, Q.D.C., and quick changeovers. 3. Meet all requirements as defined by OSHA or other federal, provincial, or state regulations of site location and the NASG safety program. 4. Oversee tooling projects in low cost countries to ensure projects are completed on time. 5. Keep abreast of new technology and utilize wherever possible to keep NASG on the leading edge in order to be a world class supplier. 6. Expand tooling supply base to achieve adequate supply at reasonable price and delivery. 7. Maintain supplier confidence and cooperation while reinforcing supplier responsibility. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS **Education**: (list using bullet points) - High School Diploma or GED - Certified Tool & Die maker or 5 years’ experience in Tool and Die field **Experience**: - 3-5 years of metal stamping/forming experience or related field (Automotive preferred). - 3-5 years of experience in tooling design and/or program management preferred. Personal/Technical Skills - Thorough understanding and working knowledge of automotive plants and processes/principles, company products, trade terminology, metal materials, stamping/welding/assembly manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment system and processes, die design and maintenance, and machine operation. - Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and understand engineering documents and blueprints such as 2D/3D automotive drawings (component, assembly, and equipment), technical standards, and ECI. - Possess a basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) and know the AIAG (Automotive Industry Action Group) Core Tools. - Ability to use CAD to view drawings required, ability to dimension and model is a plus. - General understanding and working knowledge of basic engineering principles. - College level mathematical ability (algebra/geometry/trigonometry). - Sufficient mechanical aptitude a plus. - Strong negotiation skills. - Excellent analytical skills. - Excellent time management skills. - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. - Ability to work with a dynamic and demanding team. - Strong multitasking, organization, and planning skills. - Ability to compile effective and concise visual reports and graphs. - Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of the organization. - Ability to be adaptable and flexible in a constantly changing environment. - Ability to work with Suppliers, Customers and Associates to achieve required results. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to support demanding automotive customer requirements. - Ability to be a problem solver who defines problems, makes decisions based on data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions, and assesses current status while making management aware of any issues that might affect project timing, quality or cost. **Language Skills**: - Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. - Good technical and conversational Spanish is a plus. **Computer/Software**: (list using bullet points) - 2D/3D software experience - Basic AutoCAD or other drawing software experience - Prior experience and ability to manage strip/die design reviews with CAD software. - Proficiency in MS