Interface with stamping and tooling engineering teams to review and provide technical design input for die robustness, tool clearance, blank development, and hardware integration to reduce production ...
Interface with stamping and tooling engineering teams to review and provide technical design input for die robustness, tool clearance, blank development, and hardware integration to reduce production ...
Design Engineer - Mid Level
$73K - $117K/yr
Mid-level design engineer with core responsibilities including product and system design and ... ANSYS, Hypermesh, or other FEA tool experience. Windchill product lifecycle management. Strong ...
Design Engineer - Mid Level
$73K - $117K/yr
Mid-level design engineer with core responsibilities including product and system design and ... ANSYS, Hypermesh, or other FEA tool experience. Windchill product lifecycle management. Strong ...
Manufacturing Tooling Engineer
Dearborn, MI ยท On-site
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Provide guidance and mentoring to engineers and tooling integrators throughout the tool design process. Support tooling modifications and continuous improvement activities. Maintain expertise in ...
Manufacturing Tooling Engineer
Dearborn, MI ยท On-site
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Provide guidance and mentoring to engineers and tooling integrators throughout the tool design process. Support tooling modifications and continuous improvement activities. Maintain expertise in ...
... EPLAN tool ยท Knowledge of GM manufacturing drawing standards ยท Understanding of GM HV safety ... Engineering, PCB Design, CAN, Ethernet, Wiring Diagram, EPLAN, Automotive Hardware, HV Safety, GM ...
... EPLAN tool ยท Knowledge of GM manufacturing drawing standards ยท Understanding of GM HV safety ... Engineering, PCB Design, CAN, Ethernet, Wiring Diagram, EPLAN, Automotive Hardware, HV Safety, GM ...
Tooling, Tool design, Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing PracticesLean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC MillsExperience Required:Education: High School Diploma Experience: 5+ ...
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Tooling, Tool design, Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing PracticesLean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC MillsExperience Required:Education: High School Diploma Experience: 5+ ...
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Design Engineer - Mid Level
Hudson, MI ยท On-site
$73K - $117K/yr
Mid-level design engineer with core responsibilities including product and system design and ... tool experience. โข Windchill product lifecycle management. โข Strong technical writing ...
Design Engineer - Mid Level
Hudson, MI ยท On-site
$73K - $117K/yr
Mid-level design engineer with core responsibilities including product and system design and ... tool experience. โข Windchill product lifecycle management. โข Strong technical writing ...
Senior Process Engineer
Traverse City, MI ยท On-site
$103K - $133K/yr
SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEER TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN - PLANT As a member of the Molding team, the ... Developing standards and best practices for part design, tool design, and production.
Senior Process Engineer
Traverse City, MI ยท On-site
$103K - $133K/yr
SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEER TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN - PLANT As a member of the Molding team, the ... Developing standards and best practices for part design, tool design, and production.
Support for program integration into SPI Manufacturing, including part design, tool design and ... S. degree in engineering and 2 years manufacturing (automotive related preferred) experience or ...
Support for program integration into SPI Manufacturing, including part design, tool design and ... S. degree in engineering and 2 years manufacturing (automotive related preferred) experience or ...
Tooling, Tool design, Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing Practices Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Mills Experience Required: Education: High School Diploma Experience ...
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Tooling, Tool design, Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing Practices Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Mills Experience Required: Education: High School Diploma Experience ...
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Partner closely with the Tooling Manager and Design Engineer to establish and document organizational best practices for tool design. Work with Sales on new part designs, dimensional tolerances, and ...
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Partner closely with the Tooling Manager and Design Engineer to establish and document organizational best practices for tool design. Work with Sales on new part designs, dimensional tolerances, and ...
Partner closely with the Tooling Manager and Design Engineer to establish and document organizational best practices for tool design. Work with Sales on new part designs, dimensional tolerances, and ...
Partner closely with the Tooling Manager and Design Engineer to establish and document organizational best practices for tool design. Work with Sales on new part designs, dimensional tolerances, and ...
Partner closely with the Tooling Manager and Design Engineer to establish and document organizational best practices for tool design. Work with Sales on new part designs, dimensional tolerances, and ...
Partner closely with the Tooling Manager and Design Engineer to establish and document organizational best practices for tool design. Work with Sales on new part designs, dimensional tolerances, and ...
Mechanical Systems Design Engineer (Mechanisms & Actuation system, No visa sponsorship )
Sterling Heights, MI ยท On-site
Experience with Teamcenter as a PLM tool. * Active DoD security clearance is highly preferred. * A ... The Mechanical Design Engineer may be required to climb on/off, work in, and work around military ...
Mechanical Systems Design Engineer (Mechanisms & Actuation system, No visa sponsorship )
Sterling Heights, MI ยท On-site
Experience with Teamcenter as a PLM tool. * Active DoD security clearance is highly preferred. * A ... The Mechanical Design Engineer may be required to climb on/off, work in, and work around military ...
Tooling, Tool design, Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing Practices Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Mills Experience Required: Education: High School Diploma Experience ...
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Tooling, Tool design, Machining, Problem Solving, Good Manufacturing Practices Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Mills Experience Required: Education: High School Diploma Experience ...
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Mechanical Design Engineer - CATIA V5
Southfield, MI ยท On-site
$69K - $94K/yr
... and engineering data to ensure design accuracy Apply North American automotive standards and ... North American automotive standards Body assembly geometry Fixture tooling Tool stack-up ...
Mechanical Design Engineer - CATIA V5
Southfield, MI ยท On-site
$69K - $94K/yr
... and engineering data to ensure design accuracy Apply North American automotive standards and ... North American automotive standards Body assembly geometry Fixture tooling Tool stack-up ...
Mechanical Design Engineer - CATIA V5
Southfield, MI ยท On-site
$69K - $94K/yr
... and engineering data to ensure design accuracy Apply North American automotive standards and ... North American automotive standards Body assembly geometry Fixture tooling Tool stack-up ...
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Mechanical Design Engineer - CATIA V5
Southfield, MI ยท On-site
$69K - $94K/yr
... and engineering data to ensure design accuracy Apply North American automotive standards and ... North American automotive standards Body assembly geometry Fixture tooling Tool stack-up ...
Final Assembly Tooling Specialist
Dearborn, MI ยท On-site
$42.50/hr
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Foster/Mentor FAE Engineers and tooling integrators through Tool Design to ensure Production Tooling meets GVOSS intent and is appropriate for the application. Maintain process and launch expertise ...
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Final Assembly Tooling Specialist
Dearborn, MI ยท On-site
$42.50/hr
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Foster/Mentor FAE Engineers and tooling integrators through Tool Design to ensure Production Tooling meets GVOSS intent and is appropriate for the application. Maintain process and launch expertise ...
Project Engineer
Portage, MI ยท On-site
Support for program integration into SPI Manufacturing, including part design, tool design and ... S. degree in engineering and 2 years manufacturing (automotive related preferred) experience or ...
Project Engineer
Portage, MI ยท On-site
Support for program integration into SPI Manufacturing, including part design, tool design and ... S. degree in engineering and 2 years manufacturing (automotive related preferred) experience or ...
12V System Design Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI ยท On-site
The LV Electrical Balance Engineer is responsible for modelling, simulating and governing the 12V ... Experience with SABER tool
12V System Design Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI ยท On-site
The LV Electrical Balance Engineer is responsible for modelling, simulating and governing the 12V ... Experience with SABER tool
Project Engineer
Troy, MI ยท On-site
Provide technical direction on tool design, programming, process optimisation, and digital solution validation. Team Management * Bring together sales, engineering, customer support, and technical ...
Project Engineer
Troy, MI ยท On-site
Provide technical direction on tool design, programming, process optimisation, and digital solution validation. Team Management * Bring together sales, engineering, customer support, and technical ...
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| Aspect | Tool Design Engineer | Manufacturing Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Designing and developing tools and dies used in manufacturing processes | Planning and optimizing manufacturing processes to produce products efficiently |
| Required Skills | CAD/CAM, mechanical design, materials knowledge | Process improvement, production planning, quality control |
| Work Environment | Design labs, machine shops, manufacturing plants | Factory floors, production lines, engineering offices |
| Common Certifications | CAD certifications, mechanical engineering degrees | Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, engineering degrees |
While both roles support manufacturing, Tool Design Engineers focus on creating the tools and dies needed for production, whereas Manufacturing Engineers optimize the overall manufacturing process to improve efficiency and quality.
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Role & responsibilities
- Develop and optimize complex sheetmetal component designs (body panels, closures, hoods, underbody, and reinforcements) using advanced CATIA V5 Sheetmetal modeling techniques, ensuring compliance with detailed engineering specifications and manufacturing constraints.
- Execute CAD modeling adhering to strict Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing protocols to guarantee dimensional accuracy, assembly fit-up, and proper interfacing within multi-component assemblies.
- Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and variation management for critical Sheetmetal interfaces to preempt and mitigate assembly and quality issues.
- Conduct in-depth forming feasibility analyses, including material flow, thinning, springback prediction, and wrinkle prevention using simulation tools, to ensure manufacturability within stamping process capabilities.
- Interface with stamping and tooling engineering teams to review and provide technical design input for die robustness, tool clearance, blank development, and hardware integration to reduce production variability and defects.
- Lead sheetmetal joinery design, optimally specifying welds, clinches, adhesives, and mechanical fasteners aligned with structural and NVH requirements.
- Manage PLM processes within Teamcenter, encompassing design data revision control, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and adherence to automotive change management protocols to ensure traceability and configuration control.
- Utilize digital mockup tools such as Vismockup for integrated vehicle assembly validation, clash detection, and maintenance of digital master models throughout vehicle development cycles.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with structural engineers, CAD specialists, material engineers, and manufacturing process engineers to solve complex problems related to sheetmetal formability, tool wear, and part distortion.
Preferred candidate profile
- 5+ years in sheetmetal design for body, closures, and hoods.
- Expert in CATIA V5 and automotive GD&T.
- Strong knowledge of stamping, forming, and material behavior (HSS, AHSS, aluminum).
- Skilled in tolerance analysis, assembly fit, and manufacturing collaboration.
- Proficient with Teamcenter PLM and Vismockup.
- Experienced in welding and joining methods for structural integrity.
- Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
About Detroit Engineered Products
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Industry
Motor vehicle manufacturing
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Troy, MI, US
Year founded
1994