Tool and Die Engineer - Union, SC

Tool And Die Engineer - Union, SC

Location: US Gestamp South Carolina

Tool And Die Engineer Job Summary: The Tool And Die Engineer supports the launch, improvement, and optimization of dies and tooling automation within the facility. This role provides technical expertise to Engineering, Die Maintenance, Production, and Quality teams to ensure reliable, efficient, and safe tooling operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support engineering with CAD data, tooling, and automation development
• Develop, implement, and train teams on preventive and corrective tooling maintenance
• Lead downtime analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions
• Support tooling launches, engineering changes, and automation integration
• Evaluate new and existing tooling; support program tracking and new work reviews
• Lead continuous improvement, Kaizen activities, and True Put improvements on press lines
• Maintain die documentation, maintenance plans, KPIs, and spare parts inventory
• Coordinate with contractors for external tooling repairs
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and ISO standards

Qualifications:

• 10+ years Tool And Die experience; Journeyman card required
• 4+ years automotive tooling experience preferred
• Experience with large metal stamping dies and robotic welding
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints
• Proficient in AutoCAD and CATIA V6; strong Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and multitasking abilities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation.

About Us: We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops, and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide. Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us? - You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria. - This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects. - You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done. - You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams. Join the Gestamp team!