Die Designer​/Tooling Engineer

Company Description

Cooper Standard, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, is a leading global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems and components serving diverse transportation and industrial markets. With operations in 21 countries and a team of more than 22,000 employees, the company leverages strong materials science and manufacturing expertise to deliver innovative, sustainable engineered solutions. Cooper Standard is committed to being the first choice for its stakeholders by living its core values and consistently striving for world-class excellence.

The company’s purpose, “Creating Sustainable Solutions Together,” reflects its focus on continuous improvement in both the business and the communities it serves. More information about Cooper Standard can be found at  (NYSE: CPS).

This full-time, on-site Die Designer / Tooling Engineer role is based in Stratford, ON. The role involves designing and developing dies, tooling, and fixtures to support manufacturing processes and new product introductions, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and quality standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and updating CAD models and drawings, performing design reviews, collaborating with engineering, production, and maintenance teams, and troubleshooting tooling-related issues on the shop floor.

The Die Designer / Tooling Engineer will optimize tooling for cost, durability, and manufacturability, oversee prototype and trial builds, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role also includes maintaining documentation, adhering to company and industry standards, and contributing to root cause analysis and corrective actions for tooling failures.

• Primary responsibility will be to design Extrusion Dies, Tooling and Mechanical Components / Assemblies to manufacture Automotive Seals.
• Work with Machinists, Tool Makers and Process Engineers to help coordinate tool builds.
• Participate in the extrusion tooling and die trials to assist in developing the production process.
• Revise Extrusion Die Design as needed to improve part quality and process optimization.
• Estimate and provide extrusion tooling quotes and timing.
• Maintain organized design libraries on computer hard drive using specific file naming convention standards.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Workers Safety Insurance Act and Cooper Standard Automotive Health, Safety and Environment Procedures.

• Minimum Education requirement - Engineering Technologist or Equivalent
• Minimum 2 years Tooling design experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill set
• Solid Works Design experience required
• CFD Analysis experience preferred
• Mastercam knowledge is an asset

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants who closely meet the requirements of this position will be contacted.

During the recruitment process, accommodations are available for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation in the application, selection, or interview process, please indicate this on your cover letter or resume