Stamping Die Design and Die Standards Supervisor

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

2d • $112,680 - $212,760 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Die Design and Die Standards Supervisor leads the engineering, standardization, and global synchronization of die design processes. This role is responsible for ensuring the technical integrity and timely delivery of stamping tools for aluminum-intensive vehicle programs. The Supervisor manages a global network of design vendors, drives "Digital Thread" innovation, and maintains Ford’s competitive edge through benchmarking and the continuous improvement of global die standards.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering required (Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• 5+ years in Die Engineering, including die process, design, CAE, or die face modeling.
• Specialized knowledge in aluminum-intensive vehicle stamping, tool design standards, and production maintenance.
• Working knowledge of CATIA V5, UGNX, and Teamcenter.
• Exceptional verbal/written communication; proven ability to lead diverse, global teams and manage complex supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive the execution of cycle plan deliverables, ensuring die designs meet "OK-TO-CAST" and "OK-TO-CUT" milestones for seamless transition to construction.
• Lead the Global Die Design strategy, facilitating quarterly technology shares across Europe, China, and Turkey to harmonize standards and best practices.
• Oversee die design vendors and internal Liaisons, managing cost, quality, and timing while building panel-specific technical expertise.
• Spearhead "Digital Thread" projects, including the development of macros and automated calculators, to reduce human error and accelerate design timing.
• Optimize die standards (7207/Tool and Die Council) to enhance tool construction, try-out efficiency, and production stability in stamping plants.
• Conduct OEM benchmarking to identify and eliminate performance gaps, integrating cutting-edge technology into existing engineering procedures.
• Mentor a diverse engineering team, oversee career development plans, and partner with HR to recruit highly skilled, underrepresented talent.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees