Senior Stamping Process Engineer

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies Pty; Cleveland (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Personal Development

Job summary

A leading sealing technology company in Cleveland, GA, is seeking a Stamping Engineer to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. The engineer will develop and improve stamping processes, mentor team members, and support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of related experience, and proficiency in CAD. This role offers diverse career growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of stamping process and die design or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in Steel stamping process and tooling technologies.
• Strong communication skills and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and improve stamping process capabilities.
• Input and analyze numerical data for optimal workflow.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
• Design stamping dies for process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Stamping process

Die design

CAD

Lean System tools

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

UG

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

We at Freudenberg‑NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg‑NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Benefits

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Paid Holidays: With paid‑time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Position Overview

The Stamping Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving stamping processes and dies within the Business Unit to enhance safety, quality and productivity. This position supports Operations by identifying, implementing and controlling initiatives aimed at improving processes, optimizing location assets, and increasing overall effectiveness. The Stamping Engineer drives a culture of continuous improvement and supports New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring compliance with all local, legal, and Freudenberg requirements regarding Health, Safety, and Environment. The role also includes mentoring Apprentices and Technicians, and supporting the creation and delivery of training materials.

Location

Cleveland, GA
On‑Site
Freudenberg‑NOK General Partnership

Senior Stamping Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of stamping process and die design or equivalent experience required.
• 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.
• 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.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.