Senior Stampings Engineer

Bitfactory; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Wellness program

Volunteer opportunities

Local benefits may apply

Job summary

Strattec is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 2 (Stamping) to design and implement stamping processes and equipment throughout the product life cycle. You will develop layouts, drawings, test methods and control plans, coordinating program launches and driving continuous improvement inside a cross-functional team.

The role requires a BS in Engineering with 5+ years of experience, strong problem-solving skills, and familiarity with AIAG documentation and stamping processes.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering with 5+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, specs, and journals with mentorship as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and structured methodologies.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Capable of managing multiple deliverables in a complex environment.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing/process engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with stamping processes and AIAG documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop layouts, drawings, specs, test methods, process flow diagrams, FMEA and control plans (AIAG format).
• Coordinate launches of new programs including equipment, tooling and processes for production.
• Drive continuous improvement for scrap, material flow, and setup issues.
• Lead problem-solving using DMAIC and statistical methods.
• Investigate new equipment capabilities and plans to leverage new tech.
• Collaborate as a manufacturing process engineer on cross-functional teams.
• Assist with advanced product planning and capital requisitions.
• Support process validation activities during APQP.
• Take on additional engineering duties as assigned by senior staff.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Planning & organizational

Engineering concepts

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

AIAG documentation

Job description

Responsibilities

At Strattec, we’re reshaping how people experience and interact with their vehicles by making access seamless, secure, and safe. In partnership with leading OEMs, we design and deliver highly engineeredsolutionsthatcreatethe ultimate access experience for consumers.

What sets us apart is how we work and the people who make it happen. Guided by our culture pillars,Think New, Do Together, and Own It, we collaborate across disciplines and take ownership of meaningful challenges. Our people bring new ideas to life and turn ambition into impact.

If you’re an integrator, problem solver, or forward thinker who wants to do work that matters, you’ll find the opportunity here to grow your craft and contribute to something bigger that shapes the future of the automotive industry.

Ready to help shape the future of access? Join us at Strattec.

What We Offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work.

• Competitive compensation package, including base pay, regular salary reviews, and short-term incentive opportunities

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage with eligibility starting day one

• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, sick time, and bereavement for eligible employees

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match up to 5 percent and immediate vesting

• Company-paid life insurance coverage to support you and your beneficiaries

• Wellness program supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, plus opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community

• Additional local benefits may apply depending on location or facility

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer 2 - Stamping role is the mid-level engineering position responsible for the efficient design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes and systems to support the stamping production value stream. This role helps to manage the specification and implementation of the equipment, tooling and processes considered during the entire product life cycle of a part (development, launch, continuous improvement, service and end of life).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the development of layouts, drawings, specifications, test methods, process flow diagrams, FMEA’s and control plans. Should be familiar with AIAG format for above documentation.
• Responsible for projects and tasks. Assists on larger, more complex assignments under appropriate supervision.
• Coordinates the launch of new programs which may include new equipment, tooling and processes to ensure a smooth transition into production with minimal problems.
• Defines and coordinates continuous improvement for scrap, material flow, manufacturing set-up issues or the reduction of other process related costs.
• Participates in and facilitates problem-solving and continuous improvement activities utilizing various process models, DMAIC and statistical techniques.
• Responsible for the investigation of new equipment capabilities and the development of plans to take advantage of new technology.
• Participates as manufacturing process engineer as part of cross functional team.
• Assists in facilitating and coordinating advanced product planning for new designs, including capital requisitions as necessary.
• Assists in the preparation or coordination of required process validation activities during advanced product quality planning.
• Additional engineering responsibilities as assigned by a senior engineer or manager.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering & 5 years of experience or equivalent experience as evaluated by the hiring manager is required.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret drawings, specifications, periodicals and journals with support, as necessary, from more senior team members.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, especially MS Excel.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and methodology.
• Self-motivated, adaptable and possesses strong planning and organizational skills.
• Able to manage multiple deliverables in a complex environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing / process engineering concepts is required.
• Familiarity with stamping manufacturing processes is required.
• Familiarity with AIAG documentation requirements is required.
• Familiarity with working in a union environment is preferred.

Strattec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, and age.