Tool and Die Designer

ABB•Saint Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ABB is seeking a Tool & Stamping Die Design Engineer specializing in motor lamination carbide progressive stamping dies and advanced metal forming technologies. The role is responsible for engineering, designing, developing, and continuously improving high-precision progressive and deep-draw stamping dies throughout their lifecycle. It calls for advanced technical expertise, independent judgment, and leadership in creating tooling solutions that support manufacturing performance, quality, cost, and productivity objectives. The position is onsite and reports to Antonio Hernandez, Engineering Manager, on the first shift. The designer leads complex stamping die design using CAD tools and prepares 3D models, strip layouts, and tooling documentation. The role includes performing engineering calculations, applying materials and manufacturing expertise, and optimizing tooling for performance, quality, durability, and cost. The designer owns tooling projects from concept through launch, including design-for-manufacturing reviews, coordination with stakeholders, risk management, and engineering changes. The position also drives tooling improvements using data analysis, resolves root causes, supports production, mentors technical teams, and maintains engineering standards and documentation. ABB’s NEMA Motors Division manufactures electric NEMA motors, with more than 4,500 employees globally and seven manufacturing locations producing more than 1.6 million motors annually. The posting describes health, life and disability coverage, paid parental leave, employee assistance and health advocate resources, an employee discount program, retirement savings and stock acquisition plans, and paid holidays. Salaried exempt employees receive vacation under a permissive time away policy.

Requirements

High school diploma; an associate's or bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, tool design, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
At least 5 years of Tool & Die experience, preferably in progressive stamping operations and carbide lamination dies.
Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD and related CAD tools.
Strong knowledge of GD&T, sheet metal forming, die design, material flow, and manufacturing processes.
Solid understanding of CNC machining, Wire EDM, grinding, tooling fabrication methods, and integration of automation, sensors, and die protection systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Experience leading projects, influencing cross-functional teams, and mentoring technical personnel.
Ability to manage tooling projects end-to-end, including scope, scheduling, risk assessment, change management, and coordination with internal teams, suppliers, and vendors.
Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaborate with engineers and machinists.
Ability to use Microsoft Office tools.
Must already have work authorization permitting employment with ABB in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, tool design, or a related technical discipline.
Experience with progressive stamping operations and carbide lamination dies.

Responsibilities

Lead design of complex progressive, transfer, and draw stamping dies using CAD tools.
Produce accurate 3D models, strip layouts, and complete tooling documentation.
Perform engineering calculations and optimize tooling for performance, quality, durability, and cost-efficiency.
Manage tooling projects from concept through launch, including DFM reviews, stakeholder coordination, risk management, and engineering change implementation.
Improve tooling performance through data analysis, root cause resolution, and production support.
Mentor technical personnel and maintain engineering standards and documentation.
Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and vendors on tooling projects.

Benefits

Choice between two medical plan options: a PPO Copay Plan or a High Deductible Plan with a Health Savings Account.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
Vision benefit.
Company-paid life insurance (2x base pay).
Company-paid AD&D insurance (1x base pay).
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance, employee-paid.
Company-paid short-term disability, up to 26 weeks.
Company-paid long-term disability at 60% of pay, with an option to buy up to 66 2/3%.
Supplemental employee-paid benefits, including accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and pet insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Health Advocate resources for mental and behavioral health, health navigation, virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
Employee discount program.
401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions.
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
11 paid holidays.
Vacation under a permissive time away policy for salaried exempt positions.