Manufacturing Process Engineer – Stamping & CI Lead

Dana Incorporated; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to support prototyping, stamping, and tool development. You will collaborate with Design, Tooling, and Material Suppliers to troubleshoot production issues and improve quality, cost, and delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, continuous improvement, and close interaction with internal and external tooling shops. Travel to suppliers/customers may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Engineering or 5 years of related experience.
• Experience in metal stamping and/or manufacturing preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication.
• Self-directed and motivated; willing to accept responsibility.
• Willing to work extended hours and travel to customers/suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communications with design, sales, and production to resolve processing issues.
• Stamping and assembly of prototypes.
• Collaborate with Tooling, Product Design, and Material Suppliers on prototype tools and document findings.
• Troubleshoot metal stamping to resolve processing problems.
• Support quality, cost reduction, and delivery initiatives.
• Prepare reports on material processing, tooling, and engineering tests.
• Lead or support problem solving (8D, 7-step, Fishbone, 5 Whys).
• Support continuous improvement programs and employee involvement teams.
• Develop equipment, fixtures, and gauges with internal and external tool shops.
• Participate in VA/VE cost savings initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-directed

Flexibility

Excellent written and verbal comms

Willing to work extra hours

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Engineering

5+ years in related field

Tools

PFMEAs

Process Flow Charts

Control Plans

Operator Instructions

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to support prototyping, stamping, and tool development. You will collaborate with Design, Tooling, and Material Suppliers to troubleshoot production issues and improve quality, cost, and delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, continuous improvement, and close interaction with internal and external tooling shops. Travel to suppliers/customers may be required.