Tooling Engineer, Automotive Stamping & Supplier Lead

Integrated Talent Strategies; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Talent Strategies in Bowling Green, KY seeks an experienced Tooling Engineer with deep knowledge of automotive stamping dies and tooling development. The role supports tooling procurement, development, and performance, requiring frequent travel across the US and Canada. Strong collaboration with suppliers, engineering, and manufacturing is essential for on-time, cost-effective tooling launches.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities are required.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate tooling-related activities with stamping suppliers and tooling manufacturers.
• Travel to supplier facilities in the US/Canada to monitor tooling development and progress.
• Review die designs, tooling specs, and processes for engineering and production compliance.
• Support procurement and development of new stamping dies and tooling modifications.
• Monitor tooling builds, runoff activities, and production launches to hit milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management for successful tooling launches.
• Identify opportunities to improve tooling performance, reduce scrap, and cut cycle times.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Integrated Talent Strategies in Bowling Green, KY seeks an experienced Tooling Engineer with deep knowledge of automotive stamping dies and tooling development. The role supports tooling procurement, development, and performance, requiring frequent travel across the US and Canada. Strong collaboration with suppliers, engineering, and manufacturing is essential for on-time, cost-effective tooling launches.