Tool and Die Engineer

Bocar US; Tanner (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bocar US in Tanner, Alabama, is seeking a Tooling Engineer to lead tooling planning, execute optimization projects for high‑pressure casting tool design, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

The successful candidate will leverage 5+ years in HPDC tooling, 3+ years CAM/CAD, and CNC programming expertise to reduce costs, improve cycle times, and support new business opportunities with clients and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of HPDC tooling design experience in the automotive sector.
• At least 2 years of CNC programming experience.
• 3+ years of CAM software experience.
• CAD skills are highly advantageous.
• English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual budget and strategic tooling planning for replacement tooling.
• Prepare quotations and feasibility studies for engineering changes using capacity analysis and MAGMA.
• Optimize tooling performance through design concepts and lessons learned to sustain cycle time and quality.
• Lead improvement projects targeting scrap reduction, OEE, and productivity using analysis and simulations.
• Manage tooling design documentation and lifecycle through a structured file system.
• Resolve tooling design issues by researching tech advances with clients and suppliers.
• Drive PCRS projects to reduce costs and exceed customer service expectations.

Skills

HPDC tooling experience

CNC programming

CAM software

CAD proficiency

Hypermill

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MAGMA analysis

CAD software

Hypermill

Job description

About The Company

Bocar US is part of the Bocar Group, a global leader in precision manufacturing for the automotive industry. We specialize in high-quality aluminum high-pressure die casting structural and powertrain components that support some of the world’s top automotive brands. Our facility in the US (Plant BCHUN) represents our commitment to advanced manufacturing, innovation, and sustainable growth in the U.S. market. At Bocar US, we take pride in building strong teams and offering long-term career opportunities where your skills and contributions are valued.

About The Company

Bocar US is part of the Bocar Group, a global leader in precision manufacturing for the automotive industry. We specialize in high-quality aluminum high-pressure die casting structural and powertrain components that support some of the world’s top automotive brands. Our facility in the US (Plant BCHUN) represents our commitment to advanced manufacturing, innovation, and sustainable growth in the U.S. market. At Bocar US, we take pride in building strong teams and offering long-term career opportunities where your skills and contributions are valued.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Tooling Engineer to participate in the development of strategic planning for tooling, manage engineering changes, and execute optimization projects for high-pressure casting tool design. This role is critical in driving innovation, solving complex design problems, leading special projects, and contributing to significant cost reduction initiatives. The successful candidate will leverage technical knowledge, extensive experience, and analytical systems to achieve the plant's vision, objectives, and sustainable growth based on continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the development of the annual budget and strategic planning for replacement tooling, aligning with the plant’s financial objectives.
• Execute quotations and feasibility studies for engineering changes, utilizing machine capacity analysis, tooling design concepts, and advanced simulation tools like MAGMA analysis, to secure successful projects and new business opportunities.
• Ensure optimal tooling performance by managing the fine‑tuning of tooling through the application of best design concepts, functional improvements, and lessons learned, sustaining core business indicators such as cycle time and quality.
• Lead improvement projects targeting scrap reduction, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and productivity using analytical methods and simulation data to exceed plant objectives.
• Manage technical documentation for tooling design, modifications, improvements, and disposition through a meticulous clinical file system to optimize lifecycle management.
• Resolve complex tooling design issues by researching technological advancements alongside clients and suppliers, supporting the future of HPDC tooling concepts.
• Drive PCRS (Process Cost Reduction System) projects, proposing optimizations to customer product designs using Bocar Group's standard methodology to reduce shared costs and exceed customer service expectations.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field is required.

Required Skills

• Must have at least 5 years of prior work experience in HPDC (High‑Pressure Die Casting) automotive industry design.
• Minimum of 2 years of CNC programming experience.
• Must have 3+ years of experience in CAM (Computer‑Aided Manufacturing) software.
• CAD software proficiency is highly advantageous.
• Hypermill experience is a plus.
• English proficiency is required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in advanced simulation tools.
• Knowledge of tooling design concepts.
• Hypermill experience is a plus.

English proficiency is required.

Benefits

At Bocar US, we recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for you and your family, including:

• Medical (with 100% employer‑paid option), dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Short- & long‑term disability insurance.
• 100% company‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance (with optional critical illness coverage).
• 401(k) plan with company match.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bocar US is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Bocar US is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. BOCAR US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law.

About Bocar.

Bocar Group, was establish in 1958 in Mexico City, originally as a manufacturer of pumps and carburetors, is the Parent company of Bocar US, Inc. Today Bocar Group has three business units, primarily serving three international automotive industry. Bocar US, Inc. is a high‑end technology and quality‑driven automotive company which produce high-pressure aluminum die casting, and machining for companies such as Daimler, Ford, and Toyota. Bocar US, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. BOCAR US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law.