Stamping Engineer

Responsibilitiesarrow_right * Develop, implement, maintain, and improve process capabilities using appropriate tools and methodologies.

* Input and analyze numerical data to identify patterns and relationships for optimal workflow and process development.

* Review Key Performance Indicator (KPI) monitoring systems and leverage technology to achieve goals.

* Drive and champion a continuous improvement culture within the team.

* Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities to prepare products or processes for launch.

* Ensure compliance with all local, legal, and Freudenberg Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

* Design stamping dies, and other tooling for process improvements.

* Communicate with stamping contractors and vendors regarding product specifications and requirements.

* Assist with scheduling start-up activities and die pre-production, including initial controls and inspections.

* Mentor Apprentices and Technicians to increase individual and team capability.

* Support the creation of training documents and deliver training as needed.

* Manage multiple projects and priorities as assigned; maintain schedules and direct resources.

* Provide data driven product design changes to enhance tooling, quality and production feasibility.

* Prepare and make presentations to management; provide Gantt charts, timelines, and other written documentation.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualificationsarrow_right * Education and License Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent required.

* Minimum 5 years of stamping process and die design or equivalent experience required.

* Requirements: * Experience in Steel stamping process, die design, other tooling for process improvements - technologies: Compound, Progressive, and Transfer.

* Desired experience in stamping process for Aluminum and Copper * Strong conceptualization skills for mechanical components and understanding of component strength requirements.

* Proficiency in CAD and/ or UG for reading, creating and editing drawings (manual and/or CAD), with knowledge of GD&T (ASME 14.5 - 1982). * Knowledge of Lean System tools and its methodologies; Six Sigma Green Belt or Red-X Apprentice preferred.

* Proven experience in Quality Control tools.

* Proven project management skills - Effective oral and written communication, time and team management, adaptability, leadership, planning, budgeting, * Strong analytical skills for numerical data analysis, problem solving and workflow optimization.

* Ability to interpret and apply technical specifications and customer standards.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook.

* Willingness and ability to travel, domestic and international.

* Professional-level English language skills preferred.

* Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities.

* Strong work ethics, collaborative, respectful, prone to build strong working relationship with different hierarchy levels and cross-functional teams.

* Experience in automotive manufacturing is desired.

* Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.

* Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers' needs and expectations.

Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.

* Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.

* Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action.

Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.