Stamping Die Process Engineer: Launch & Optimize Tooling

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Die Process Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI, to develop and optimize die processes from concept through production launch. You will collaborate with stamping, product engineering, quality, and external suppliers to ensure high-quality panels and robust tooling performance.

The role requires a strong foundation in die design and process optimization, plus hands-on experience with CAD tools like Catia/NX and forming simulation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of die experience with expertise in die process, die design, and/or die feasibility.
• Strong understanding of press operations and die automation systems.
• Solid knowledge of draw and line die operations and cam design.
• Ability to read Forming Simulation, GD&T, FLD, and CMM reports for corrective actions.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Advanced CAD skills with Catia and/or NX.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Review, define, and optimize die processes for assigned components.
• Determine part orientation, die type, and process flow to meet targets.
• Develop preliminary 6-Box processes and create NX models to support tooling concept and feasibility.
• Establish trim, form, and secondary operations to meet quality and production requirements.
• Evaluate processes from previous programs to identify risks and apply lessons learned.
• Collaborate with tooling suppliers during design, construction, and tryout phases to ensure compliance with Stellantis tooling standards.
• Validate die construction, process methods, and panel quality during build and buyoff.
• Conduct static and dynamic die buyoffs and support readiness for shipment.
• Prepare requisitions and manage procurement for die build and tryout.
• Ensure material availability for tryout and production readiness.
• Coordinate and resolve process-related issues with product engineering, including E/C.
• Support plant teams during die installation, debugging, and industrialization.
• Lead quality loops during launch to meet formability, surface, and dimensional requirements.
• Interpret Forming Simulation, GD&T, FLD, and CMM data to improve die processes and panel outcomes.

Skills

Die process

Die design

Die feasibility

Press operations

CAD Catia NX

GD&T

Forming simulation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Travel flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Catia

NX

Teamcenter

MEDDS

DDP

SharePoint

Job description

Stellantis is seeking a Die Process Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI, to develop and optimize die processes from concept through production launch. You will collaborate with stamping, product engineering, quality, and external suppliers to ensure high-quality panels and robust tooling performance.

The role requires a strong foundation in die design and process optimization, plus hands-on experience with CAD tools like Catia/NX and forming simulation.