Tooling Engineer

Peugeot Sport (Stellantis Motorsport); Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Peugeot Sport (Stellantis Motorsport) in Kokomo, IN seeks a Tooling Engineer to own the complete tooling strategy for production parts. You will oversee quality, tooling, equipment procurement, and installation, ensuring efficient, cost-effective processes from design to launch.

Responsibilities include defining tooling requirements, procuring equipment, and leading Kaizen-driven quality improvements to support world-class manufacturing in automotive operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field (e.g., BSME) and/or Journeyman status with 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Strong problem solving skills and clear communication in English.
• Proficient with MS Office and related software for reporting and planning.

Responsibilities

• Determine complete tooling requirements, including costs and vendor quotations.
• Procure tooling and equipment needed for production.
• Specify machines, tooling, fixtures and gauges for each operation.
• Determine take time and pieces per hour for production.
• Assist in design of special tools and oversee equipment installation.
• Manage engineering changes for production parts after launch.
• Provide time studies for labor cost estimates and plan start/changeover dates.
• Investigate production issues and work with team leads to implement improvements.
• Drive continuous quality improvements using Kaizen and related tools.
• Participate in early engineering phases to define tooling for complex operations.
• Perform general process engineering duties and manage complex projects.

Skills

Problem solving

English proficiency

MS Office

Education

BSME or related technical degree

Journeyman status with 5+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Tooling Engineer will be responsible for the complete part process and development including: quality, tooling, equipment purchase and installation, error and mistake proofing, part tracking, part follow up, and project management.

Job Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Determining the complete tooling requirements to produce a world class manufactured part, including costs estimates, and vendor quotations
• Procuring all required tooling and equipment
• Specifying the type and quantity of machine required for each operation, required tooling, fixtures, and gauges
• Determining the proper take time and the number of pieces per hour that can be produced
• Aiding in design of special tools, and working with responsible parties for equipment arrangement and installation
• Managing engineering changes for production parts after launch
• Providing time studies with information needed for labor cost estimates and provide planning with information regarding starting dates, changeover dates and production capacity
• Investigating customer, production suggestions/issues and working with team leaders to support production to make improvements
• Continuous quality improvements using Kaizens and other quality improvement tools (the term "tools" includes patterns, dies, jigs, fixtures, machine tools or special equipment)
• Engaging in the initial phases of engineering to determine the complete machine and tooling required for complex or comprehensive operations on production parts and assemblies
• Performing general duties described for process engineers, including the completion of complex and comprehensive projects

Basic Qaulifications

• Bachelor's degree, BSME or equivalent BS in a related technical discipline (e.g. mathematics, physics) and/or Journeymen status with minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience; or Minimum of 10 years of technical/manufacturing experience
• Previous engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, or completion of an engineering co-op/internship * Strong problem solving skills
• English language competency required with good communication skills
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Office
• Ability to work any shift, weekends and overtime as required

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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