Stamping Engineer (Die Design Group)

Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEMOPT, F-1 CPT,  ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future. Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Production Engineering Stamping Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated  Stamping Engineer for New and Existing Model Projects. The primary responsibility of this role is to perform die design responsibilities including the creation of die structure data to ensure die functionality and integrity based on manufacturing requirements. Reporting to the Die Design Manager, the person in this role will support the Stamping department's objective to procure high-quality, low-cost stamping dies to support Toyota’s strategy of building dies in North America as part of global die manufacturing capacity. What you’ll be doing Manage individual assignments to support master schedule delivery requirements for the department. Create die design structure to meet all requirements outlined in the stamping process plans while identifying process improvement opportunities for quality and lower cost. Support outside vendors to ensure designs meet all standards and requirements for in-house manufacturing and production Incorporate reflection items from previous models per panel leader direction. Follow dies through Pattern-Casting, Construction, and Tryout phases to support countermeasures for any design issues Execute individual assignments to support department hoshin activities. Reports out weekly to panel leader on individual project milestones. Support hoshin achievement by participating in assigned activities Evaluate die structure & strength Measure actual die performance Analyzing root cause (failure mode) of broken dies Travel to locations other than Kentucky (includes international travel) What you bring Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in an engineering or technical discipline or equivalent related work experience At least 2 years of technical writing experience At least 2 years of stamping die design experience At least 2 years of experience with Catia At least 2 years of experience in die structure Added bonus if you have Toyota Business Practice (TBP) panel completion Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience Die manufacturing process experience What we’ll bring    During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:    A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable) Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)  Paid holidays and paid time off Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more Tax Advantaged