
Engineer, Tooling
Magna · Bowling Green, KY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Travel
- 50%
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Magna (automotive) in Bowling Green, KY. As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- APQP, GD&T, IATF 16949, Stamping, Welding, Painting / coating
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 50% travel
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How this role compares
Against 22 other live manufacturing postings in Kentucky.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (7+ vs 10+)
Typical $88k–$150k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 83%
- Lean 39%
- Six Sigma 39%
- Root cause 30%
- Automation 30%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for APQP, Stamping, Painting / coating, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting says about 50% travel. Between which sites?
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This plant: Magna in Bowling Green
7 other open roles at this site · 1 person we found on the manufacturing team.
- Process Engineer · Process
- Sr. Quality Engineer · Quality · Senior
- Packaging Engineer · Manufacturing
- Quality Engineer · Quality
- Supplier Quality Engineer · Quality
- Tool & Die Tech - 2nd and 3rd Shift · Manufacturing · Technician
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responsibilities
as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Responsibilities
Coordinates activities of tool design to facilitate production or procurement of tooling. Determines the most effective manufacturing process while sustaining the most efficient cost. Prepares the initial specification of tooling for specific programs and/or products. Coordinates tuning of tooling for fit and function
1. Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Safety, Quality & Environmental policies.
2. Utilize BGM standards for obtaining quotes for new & existing tooling with a defined Scope of Work.
3. Perform evaluation of tooling orders received. Records tool requirement data on tooling order and places requisition of tooling order.
4. Develop timing plans for tooling including but not limited to new launch, modifications, improvements, tool resourcing strategies and engineering changes.
5. Develops concepts and provides feasibility feedback for World Class Manufacturing processes.
6. Manage tool modifications for engineering changes for internal or external vendors.
7. Manage non-conformances with the supply base utilizing problem solving methods. Collaborate with tier suppliers to proactively prevent recurring issues and document lessons learned.
8. Organize and maintain Tooling and Press CAD Data in a systemic method.
9. Contacts cross functional teams & tier suppliers to follow up on procurement or production activities and to expedite movement of tools between departments or vendors.
10. Must have the ability to determine tonnage requirements, proper shear clearances, and tolerances for die punching and trimming, proper forming clearances, specify appropriate steel applications, as well as recommending coatings or other process improvements to the tooling.
11. Manage elements of the APQP criteria for tier supplier base & tool build sources during pre-production and mass production products.
12. Manage die moves in supply base (internal/ external) support resourcing strategies including participating or leading technical reviews.
13. Collaborate with Assembly Production teams on adjustments required in component parts to achieve more ideal assembly fit up, promote higher quality dimensional & weld health metrics.
14. When pre-production & mass production changes occur, including but not limited to Engineering Changes, Refurbishment or scope change, it’s necessary for the Tooling Engineer to provide technical justification & present to the customer.
15. Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time and travel on short notice (less than 24 hours).
Preferred qualifications
- ✓Computer skills; Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project Planner)
- ✓Operational knowledge of ISO/TS16949 Core Tools
- ✓Operational knowledge of AIAG industry standards
- ✓Proficiency in Metallurgy of steel & applications
- ✓Ability to interpret simulation software’s (AutoForm, Dynaform, PamStamp)
- ✓Proficiency in modeling software AutoCAD, CATIA, Teamcenter
- ✓Proficiency of GD&T & Blueprints
- ✓Operate standard office equipment
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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify
qualifications
and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protect
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What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied
Group Summary
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job
What we are looking for
- •Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent certification from a four-year college or technical school or ten years’ experience in applicable role
- •Journeyman card in tool and die qualification preferred
- •Minimum of 7 years of Automotive process and stamping tooling experience
- •Minimum of 5 years’ experience liaising with outside vendors preferred
- •Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
Site Benefits
- •Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
- •Dental Insurance
- •Vision Insurance
- •401(k) with match
- •Employee Profit-Sharing Plan
- •Employee Assistance Program
- •Paid Vacation
- •11 Paid Holidays
- •Tuition Reimbursement
- •Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
- •Onsite cafeterias and fully stocked breakrooms
- •Annual summer cookout
- •Annual Christmas Parties
- •Onsite Nurses
