Tooling Engineer

Android/Avancez•Auburn Hills, MI

17d

About The Position

Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcome? Then Avancez Assembly may be the place for you. We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement. We understand that our people are our biggest strength, and we know that world-class service happens because of our capable and valued team members. Whether you are looking for an assembly position or a career in manufacturing management, you can thrive as a member of our team. TOOLING ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY: Support Android assembly operations through the design, modification, and validation of existing and new tooling and equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, etc.)
Years of Experience: 10+ years’ experience in tooling design and build; 5+ years as a tooling engineer.
Also required: Controls engineering design and implementation experience and leadership; concept, design, layout, detail and checking experience.
Able to perform and provide leadership with team for typical manufacturing engineering functions including process design, layout design, quality support, ergonomics and environmental health and safety.
2D/3D design knowledge, specifically SolidWorks and AutoCAD. (Mechanical Design group function.)
Broad engineering knowledge and technical competence.
High level of analytical ability and problem solving skills where problems are unusual and difficult.
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Technical confidence with IT and controls systems.
Strong oral and written communication skills, informing others and presenting technical information.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with all team members – manufacturing, engineering, executive leadership, etc.
Working knowledge of IATF 16949 quality system.
High level computer skills to include Windows applications, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Lead implementation of specifications and improvement to tooling and equipment, including concept, design, build, and launch activities with team.
Manage tool modifications and designs for engineering changes.
Support commercial activities regarding process concept, tooling/equipment costing, and customer technical reviews with team, including build and maintenance leaders.
Track, monitor, and report assigned tooling build programs. Use of Smart Sheet, Project Timing Plan, and ME/LE time lines to track.
Actively participate in all aspects of program launch team with respect to all tooling and equipment.
Provide leadership to local team memberswith respect to machine design, machine build and controls systems.
Develop tooling engineering documentation with mechanical and controls design to support machine processes.
Review and approve tool layouts, tool drawings with Tooling and Mechanical Design managers, as required.
Develop tool change procedures, tool setup procedures and visual aids for operators.
Lead resolution of tooling performance issues.
Make recommendations for repairs on new tooling with team including Build Leaders.
Support development of strategic suppliers to meet Android tooling standards.
Develop, monitor, and achieve the operation’s annual goals through its ongoing continuous improvement activities.
Contribute to operations and organization success by welcoming related, different, and new requests; helping others accomplish job results.
All other duties as assigned.