Engineer III, Tooling - PERM

Engineer III, Tooling

BSH Home Appliances Corporation seeks an Engineer III, Tooling at its facility located at 100 Bosch Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562. Coordinate sheet metal tooling process and ancillary processes with cradle to grave management of tooling assets. Ensure tooling meets desired process capability while providing cost effective manufacturing processes. Plan introduction of new products in the cooking factories with a focus in the tooling/stamping area. Interface with the Design Engineering department to ensure designs are suitable for full-scale economic production. Interpret computer generated stamping simulations and integrate into tooling design. Write specification, solicit quotations, plan construction, run-off, and acceptance of sheet metal forming/punching tools. Provide cost estimates for new part introduction to aid in Make or Buy sourcing activities. Provide process support for metal finishing and part washing. Specify and prepare capital appropriations for process supporting equipment. Conceptualize and implement factory cost reductions projects for labor, material, and overhead savings. Continuously improve stamping process through quality methods. Develop and maintain supporting process documentation. Manage smooth incorporation of engineering changes into production. Design and establish work instructions per ISO requirements. Monitor systems regularly using Key Performance Indicators like OEE, Equipment Availability, and FPY. Drive and support improvement of First Pass Yield, Final Audit Failure Rates, and TCR. Design, evaluate and improve safety and ergonomics of workstations and processes. Design, implement and improve material handling systems in support of lean manufacturing principles using analysis techniques such as, process flow charting and simplified handling analysis. Generate and implement cost saving ideas. Maintain data in automated systems on the production floor and ensure availability of parameters for engineering changes. Use data analysis/SPC to drive improvements. Incorporate lean manufacturing principles in all areas of responsibility. Create and evaluate a value stream map and design. Design and develop new equipment and fixturing to improve manufacturing operations. Lead continuous improvement projects within factory. Study product requirements, design process/mathematical models to meet requirements and implement process changes. Handle research innovated process technology, prepare business case for implementation and execute plans. Perform business analysis including cost benefit analysis for new product launches, process and engineering changes using principles of engineering economics. Perform work independently with a high degree of latitude. Handle the most complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Analyze, discuss, and solve complex engineering problems with sub-contractors and suppliers to avoid supply shortages and factory shutdowns.

REQS: This position requires a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 5 years of experience as a Tooling Engineer or occupation involving tool design and implementation with drawings and CAD software. Additionally, the applicant must have employment experience with: (1) Manufacturing Processes; (2) AutoCAD or other CAD application (SPC, Plant Layout, Assembly Line Balancing, or Ergonomics); (3) Tooling (design, troubleshooting, and maintenance); (4) Class A surface - stainless steel forming and drawing; (5) ACAD and MS office software; (6) 3D CAD software (Unigraphics); (7) Measuring Equipment and devices; and (8) Software simulation and implementation of results into design. Travel Requirements: 10% Domestic and International Travel. Wage Range: $107,120 - $152,878.