Manufacturing Engineer

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Summary

This position is responsible for developing, troubleshooting and improving progressive stamping dies as well as managing tool and die makers.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design, Develop and launch new stamping projects.
• Work with team members on the floor to trouble shoot and repair stamping/tooling issues.
• Review current tooling and work to improve efficiency on process.

Job Duties:

• Prepare specifications, RFQs, design approvals and run-offs for new dies as needed
• Lead technical troubleshooting of metal stamping dies and related production equipment in a dynamic manufacturing facility
• Design modifications and upgrades on existing dies and details
• Work with others and lead efforts on stamping department improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost reductions, and provide subject matter support in all areas of plant as needed
• Work with machine builders on new and/or rebuilt equipment (design recommendations)
• Prioritize, direct and supervise the work of skilled tradesmen in on-site Tool Room to ensure tooling is made, modified and/or repaired efficiently, on-time and with high quality
• Organize and stock the Tool Room, spare parts and raw materials to support efficient and timely repairs of dies, injection molds, general tooling and machine components
• Prepare and present management reports and analyze department and tooling performance
• Coordinate with the organization’s internal teams to improve product quality and meet customer requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Skills:

• Must have a strong work ethic
• Must be well organized and a self-starter
• Must be able to follow detailed instructions
• Must have the ability to identify and solve problems and make logical decisions
• Must be able to work with precision and a high level of accuracy
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable and able to focus on task at hand
• Possess strong time management skills
• Ability to set up and operate a variety of machine tools
• Ability to use hand or power tools
• Ability to weld metal parts, components or structures; able to use TIG welding equipment
• Ability to fabricate, assemble or disassemble manufactured products by hand
• Ability to understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Working knowledge of gages such as dial calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact with employees in a professional manner
• Ability to speak and write English fluently
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to manage and lead a team in a dynamic, high-volume manufacturing facility
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately

Work & Education Requirements:

• Technical Degree and/or relevant skilled trades certification preferred.  Ten years’ experience and/or combination of related military service will be considered
• Progressive and transfer die troubleshooting and repair skills with training and experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of operation of all standard Tool Room equipment and understanding of best practices in use of equipment to produce and modify details
• Extensive knowledge of die protection sensors, related devices and other methods to protect quality of parts produced and longevity of tooling
• Experience with the operations, troubleshooting, maintenance and rebuilding of mechanical power presses, including control systems, lubrication and safety devices is desirable
• Knowledge of steel fabrications, welding and robotics is helpful
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations in working with mechanical power presses, stock straighteners, feeders and related equipment, industrial maintenance and electricity, all standard tool room equipment, including welders

We are committed to the safety and health of our employees. We adhere to social distancing recommendations and other protocols, ensuring a safe work environment for all.