Cold Stamp Process Engineer - West Virginia

Gestamp Automoción S.A.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp Automoción S.A. in West Virginia is seeking a Cold Stamp Process Engineer to research, plan, coordinate design, and monitor mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic press lines to meet production goals. You will collaborate across the organization to foster long-term continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, setup and programming of new jobs, and supporting QA and audits while maintaining industry-standard practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic / Mechanical Engineering / Technical degree or equivalent.
• Experience with Tandem, Progressive, Blanking, and Transfer Presses.
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role and environment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with OSHA, safety and PPE requirements.
• Maintain health & safety for self and colleagues, including contractors.
• Support maintenance during on-line troubleshooting and corrective actions with controls, robots, and PLCs.
• Setup and programming of new jobs.
• Develop procedures to ensure equipment meets Quality, Cost and Delivery targets.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and stay current with industry technology.
• Assist in ISO/TS 16949 internal audits where applicable.
• Support audits and data for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelors in Electronic/Mechanical Engineering or technical degree

Automotive/presses familiarity

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Cold Stamp Process Engineer - West Virginia

Location: US Gestamp West Virginia, US, US Gestamp

Date: Oct 15, 2026

Role Summary

The primary function of this position will be to research, plan, coordinate design, and monitor mechanical,
electromechanical, hydraulic press lines in support of meeting production goals. Work across the organization to foster continuous improvement for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Understand and comply with all OSHA, safety and PPE requirements.
• 2. Health & Safety of self and colleagues, including outside contractors or support personnel.
• 3. Maintenance support during on-line troubleshooting and implementation of corrective actions including interface with controls, robots, and PLC systems.
• 4. Setup and programming new jobs.
• 5. Create, document, develop and deliver procedures to ensure the equipment meets all targets relating to Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• 6. Improve overall processes and related issues by taking a pro-active lead in the Continuous Improvement Activities.
• 7. Maintain current knowledge of industry technology and advances.
• 8. Other duties will include the design, installation and de-bug of machinery and capital equipment.
• 9. Support the Program Management group in evaluation of new work and processes.
• 10. Support the Quality group in evaluation and improvement of product dimensional reports.
• 11. Support team functions by:
  • o Kaizen submittal and implementation
  • o Cross-training with others
  • o Backfills other work stations as needed
  • o Problem solving
  • o Supports operational metrics and meets operational needs
• 12. Participation in the Layered Process Audit schedule
• 13. Participation in the Internal ISO/TS 16949 Audit schedule (applies only to certified ISO/TS 16949 internal auditors)
• 14. Participation and cooperation in answering questions and providing information for internal and external audits regarding or related to ISO.

Knowledge and Education

• 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic / Mechanical Engineering / Technical degree or equivalent.
• 2. Experience with Tandem, Progressive, Blanking, and Transfer Presses.
• 3. Can demonstrate work experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment. Automotive industry experience preferred.

Work Experience

• 5+ years’ experience and training in a similar role and environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• - You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• - This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• - You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• - You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.