Leads stamping and roll forming process development for body structure products, from feasibility and DFM through tooling, launch and continuous improvement.
Full Time · Engineering · Minth North America, Inc., Body Structure Technology Center, Wixom, MI, US or Windsor, Ontario, CA · FLSA Status: Exempt (U.S. location)
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Minth North America is looking for a highly motivated Advanced Stamping/Roll Forming Process Engineer to join our fast-growing Body Structure Technology Center (BTC NA), based in Wixom, MI or Windsor, Ontario. In this position, you will conduct feasibility studies and DFM, optimize product design, and develop and optimize tooling and dies using simulation to manage spring-back and tool compensation. You will specialize in manufacturing processes such as blanking, drawing, punching and bending, with a deep understanding of metallurgy, sheet metal and die design. Your daily duties involve attending customer meetings, tracking technical open issues, managing engineering changes, and creating PFMEAs and other process-related documents.
This individual should bring a unique perspective, be open to challenging the status quo, and be willing to learn from mistakes. Ideally, they have had exposure to stamping, roll forming, or welding/joining of steel or aluminum parts in previous roles. Though not a supervisory position, the Advanced Stamping/Roll Forming Process Engineer will provide professional engineering assistance and consultation to other engineers and departments on technical matters for body structure products. This candidate will need to be able to work in a multinational, multicultural global setting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct DFM and define stamping/roll forming processes: conduct feasibility studies and DFM, optimize product design, and develop and optimize tooling/dies using simulation tools such as AutoForm (e.g., managing spring-back).
- Take the lead on the stamping/roll forming process from start to finish, including planning the process and defining press tonnage, tooling/dies, materials and product parts for cost estimates in the RFQ or development stages.
- Provide the cycle time for each process step and ensure poka-yoke features are included in the tooling and process to achieve the quality required by the customer and drawing.
- Identify all potential process risks and design testing methods to verify that product quality meets industry standards.
- Relay information and instructions to the manufacturing team and confirm they are executing and delivering results within the approved timelines and budget.
- Evaluate and improve stamping/roll forming processes: review and buy off stamping/roll forming presses and tooling.
- Own and analyze all issues related to the stamping/roll forming line, equipment, tooling and processes, and provide countermeasures and technical support to reach the designed OEE.
- Evaluate current stamping/roll forming processes by designing and conducting research programs on the current state of manufacturing and studying future manufacturing possibilities, then develop new or upgraded processes that use cutting-edge technology to improve product quality, increase efficiency and reduce cost.
- Attend customer meetings, track technical open issues, manage engineering changes, and create PFMEAs and other process-related documents.
- Maintain and improve professional and technical knowledge of product design, manufacturing and assembly techniques by attending seminars and workshops, reading professional publications, and monitoring competitor techniques and technologies.
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive stamping/roll forming process and tooling development, with hands-on experience in press setup and die optimization.
- Experience in aluminum or steel stamping/roll forming is a must.
- Ability to use simulation tools such as AutoForm to reduce physical prototyping and predict material behavior and tool performance (e.g., managing spring-back).
- Ability to work with CAD to review data, compare data, cut sections and create manufacturing prints.
- Experience in one or more processes, such as aluminum extrusion, roll forming, welding (CMT, FSW, laser), riveting or other new processes.
- Creative, constructive and positive approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills with technical proficiency.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Legally authorized to work in the country of the work location (United States or Canada).
MINIMUM EDUCATION / FIELD OF STUDY
- Bachelor's degree or above in mechanical engineering, engineering or a manufacturing-related field.
KEY TO BEING SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
- Ability to work in a global environment, coordinating between North America and Minth's international teams.
- A high level of self-motivation and bias for action.
- Strong communication, presentation and organization skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and strong self-learning skills.
- An innovative mindset and openness to challenging the status quo.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Work is performed in both an office setting and on the manufacturing floor and at tooling and press sites; time on the floor requires standing and walking and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection and safety footwear.
- Frequent use of a computer and engineering software, and ability to read drawings, gauges and printed or on-screen data.
- Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
- Occasional domestic or international travel to customer, supplier and plant sites.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
WHY WORK FOR MINTH?
Minth Group is a global leader in automotive trim and structural components, with 78 plants worldwide and a North American regional headquarters in Wixom, Michigan.
- International development platform – Be part of a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.
- Dynamic and efficient team – Join the Body Structure Technology Center (BTC NA) as it grows.
- All-round personal improvement – Grow your technical expertise on advanced stamping, roll forming and joining technologies.
- Diversified working atmosphere – A multicultural, multinational workplace where different backgrounds and perspectives are valued.
- Competitive compensation package.
Minth North America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 and over), disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial or local law. Minth provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, for pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, and for sincerely held religious beliefs, in the application process and in performing the essential functions of the job. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Skills Required
- Minimum five years of experience in automotive stamping or roll forming process and tooling development
- Hands-on experience with press setup and die optimization
- Experience with aluminum or steel stamping or roll forming
- Ability to use AutoForm or similar simulation tools to predict material behavior and tool performance
- Ability to use CAD to review data, compare data, cut sections, and create manufacturing prints
- Experience with at least one additional process such as aluminum extrusion, roll forming, welding, riveting, or other new processes
- Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, engineering, or a manufacturing-related field
- Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada at the work location
- Strong communication, influencing, collaboration, problem-solving, presentation, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a global, multicultural environment
- Ability to work on manufacturing floors and at tooling and press sites while using required PPE
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What We Do
Minth Group stands as a global leader in the manufacturing of exterior and structural automotive parts. With a workforce of 27,367 employees distributed across four business units and 78 global plants and offices, our operations span four continents and 15 countries. We take immense pride in serving a diverse clientele, encompassing over 80 automobile brands from all over the world. Leveraging one of the world’s most comprehensive and diverse customer platforms, Minth has made significant investments in the electrification of the automotive industry, positioning itself as the world's largest supplier of battery enclosures and body structure components. At Minth Group, our commitment extends beyond business success to the creation of a sustainable society and future for all. We champion green innovations and increasingly adopt green energy in our operations. Concurrently, we are dedicated to providing high-performance, superior-quality automotive parts that adhere to the highest global standards, continually driving innovation within the automotive industry.
