Tool Support Engineer

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SHAPE THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY FROM DAY ONE.

This position is part of our Signal & Power Solutions segment; Connection Systems business unit.

Summary (About this Position):

The Connection Systems North America (CS NA) team has an exciting technical opportunity for a Tool Support Engineer.  Under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering General Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing on-site engineering support within the high-speed metal stamping operation. The Tool Support Engineer will work with skilled tradesman (die makers) to maintain and troubleshoot tools running in the plant and implement new tools and tooling technology. 

Your Role (i.e. Key Job Responsibilities):

  • Provide daily on-site tool support to operations that includes 130 terminal progressive stamping tools in 40 presses

  • Work with, learn from, teach and support 15 or more skilled trades Tool and Die Makers

  • Evaluate tool performance data to identify and implement opportunities for improvement

  • Coordinate engineering sample runs for experimental tooling trials and new product development

  • Start-up and release new tools and tool design revisions to support new business opportunities

  • Ensure tools are running to latest design revision levels and tool changes are implemented to print

  • Plan and communicate required spare parts inventories and replenishment points for new and revised tools

  • Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements

  • Work flexible shifts and weekends as needed to optimize support or respond to emergency needs

Your Required Background (i.e. Must Haves):

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tool Engineering Technology OR Journeyman Tool and Die Maker

  • Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD, Unigraphics NX (preferred) or Solid Works

  • Mechanical aptitude with previous experience with close tolerance tools and measuring devices

  • Previous experience in reading and understanding tool and part prints

Your Preferred Background (i.e. Nice to Haves):

  • Previous experiences in stamping tool maintenance and troubleshooting

  • Previous experience forming copper and brass terminals or similar components in progressive stamping dies

  • Personable, experienced, patient, and comfortable working directly with plant skilled trades in a union environment

  • Occasional domestic and/or international travel possible but limited to short durations and special situations

  • Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Skype, Teams, Visio, etc.)

  • Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics

  • Resourcefully innovative and adapts in a rapidly changing environment

  • Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to communicate complex technical ideas and project status

  • Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently

Aptiv USA Rewards and Advantages

  • Competitive compensation with bonus potential

  • Competitive health benefits including 401K match

  • Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment

  • Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers

  • Recognition for innovation and excellence

  • Opportunities to give back to the community

  • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Paid Time-Off (Vacation, Parental Leave etc.)

About Aptiv: Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safe, green and connected solutions which are enabling the future of mobility. The company has over 180,000 employees across 15 technical centers and 126 manufacturing locations in 44 countries and generates over $14B in revenues per year.

Aptiv is uniquely positioned to deliver end-to-end smart mobility solutions.  Our name represents knowledge, adaptiveness and drive. It highlights our ability to both envision the future and to bring it to life, making it real through our portfolio of safe, green and connected technologies and deep systems integration expertise.

About Connection Systems: This business unit provides technologies that serve as the nervous system of the vehicle, including the complete design, manufacture and assembly of the vehicle’s connection systems.

This business unit’s products include a vast array of connection systems technologies for the vehicle, including: Housings, Terminals, MePa/Pin-headers, High Voltage Chargers and Interconnects, SRS, High Speed Data solutions, On-Glass connections, Electrical Centers, Media Modules and Wireless Charging products.

Our technology provides the critical signal distribution and computing power backbone that supports increased vehicle content and electrification, reduced emissions and higher fuel economy.

Some see differences.  We see perspectives that make us stronger.

Diversity and Inclusion are sources of innovation and creativity, both of which are essential to Aptiv’s success. Everyday our diverse team comes together, drives innovation, pursues solutions, and meets challenges using their unique abilities, perspectives and talents, changing what tomorrow brings. When you join our team, you’ll get encouraged to think boldly, express your viewpoint and innovate as a matter of habit.

Some see technology.  We see a way to make connections.

At Aptiv, we don’t just see the world differently; we work to change reality. That means developing technology that rewrites the rules of what’s possible in the pursuit of making transportation safer, greener and more connected. Today there are more than 180,000 of us globally, located in 44 countries, and united by one mission. Join the movement and together, let’s change tomorrow.

Candidates for positions with Aptiv must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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