Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Stamping

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Stamping

California

Job Title:

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Stamping

Level: Senior

Client Facing:
Yes

About PAC Group:

At The PAC Group (PAC), we specialize in engineering consulting, program management, and operational excellence—delivering high-impact solutions in more than 20 countries. We’re proud to partner with the world’s leading companies in automotive, aerospace, industrial, and technology sectors, providing strategic guidance and hands‑on execution that drive innovation and efficiency. Whether we’re launching advanced manufacturing systems, deploying digital simulation tools, or scaling global operations, PAC thrives at the intersection of technology, engineering, and problem‑solving.

Joining PAC means joining a dynamic, fast‑paced, and global team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Role

Purpose:

Responsible for defining, developing, and validating stamping manufacturing processes to support a new vehicle program and greenfield factory launch. This role ensures robust process design, early manufacturing readiness, and alignment with product, manufacturing, and construction activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define stamping process architecture, including press requirements, die concepts, automation, and material flow.
• Conduct early process feasibility evaluations using CAD/CAE tools to ensure parts can be manufactured without defects like splitting or wrinkling.
• Develop and maintain Process FMEA (PFMEA) and Control Plans for stamping operations.
• Prepare and maintain early manufacturing readiness documentation to support tooling, facility layout, and investment decisions.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to ensure manufacturability, dimensional control, and quality robustness.
• Lead "buy-off" events where new dies are tested for part accuracy and construction quality before they are shipped to the plant.
• Manage start‑up activities and die pre‑production schedules to align with the overall vehicle launch timeline.
• Collaborate with Body‑in‑White (BIW), Quality, and Design teams to ensure stamped panels integrate seamlessly into the final vehicle assembly.
• Oversee formal PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and PSW (Part Submission Warrant) documentation to verify that production processes are stable.
• Support structured change management for cross‑functional products or process changes.

Required Qualifications
:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in automotive stamping in high‑volume new model launch.
• Strong knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Experience supporting new product introduction and manufacturing readiness.
• Proficiency in simulation software like Autoform, Dyna, or PAM‑STAMP, alongside CAD tools such as CATIA or UG NX.
• Deep understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), press automation sequencing, and material flow.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with greenfield factory launches.
• Ability to track metrics using scorecards and trackers to meet "non‑event launch" goals.
• Experience working within OEM‑style program governance models.

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, education, and qualifications.

Pay Range

$105,000 - $125,000 USD