Job Description

The Role

General Motors has needs for qualified Die Production Engineers. Working under minimal supervision, the skilled trades Die Production Engineer is responsible for formability and surfacing.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures

• Create die surfaces for draw, trim, flange and pierce dies utilizing UGNX (Die Machine File)

• Prepare engineering reports utilizing MS office software

• Be capable to learn/develop CAM surfaces (Data Prep) and optimized die surfaces based on die Bearing Zones & Reliefs strategies

• Develop, analyze, and iterate die compensation by die operation

• Develop and analyze virtual dimensional and surface quality performance

• Highly proficient utilization of UGNX and Autoform.

• Build and maintain good working relationships with employees, union, management, and customers.

• Be capable to provide training to journeyperson Die Engineers in Autoform and UG/NX

• Assist in the development of training materials

• Demonstrate absolute alignment with GM Behaviors: Be Inclusive, Think Customer, Innovate Now, Look Ahead, One Team, Be Bold, It’s On Me and Win With Integrity.

Key Requirements:

• Understanding of die design, die subsets and die functionalities.

• Understanding of material properties and formability analysis parameters such as stresses, strains, and thinning

• Ability to diagnose and solve formability issues, utilizing Autoform and UGNX to develop die faces

• Experience in Die Layout of draw, trim, flange, and pierce dies for inner and outer panels

• Proficient in UGNX surface creation and surface compensation, including class “A” surfaces.

Additional Job Description

Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• U.S. Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate in Die Maker or Die Design trade and/or a minimum six (6) years of documented experience as an Die Production Engineer (notarized documentation required)

• Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which include  comprehensive assessments, hair drug testing, and a background check

• At least 18 years of age

• Eligible to work in the United States

• Must be willing to work flexible shift hours and day, afternoon, or night shift as well as overtime hours daily, weekends and holidays on those shifts with little notice.

Physical Requirements

• Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a must

• Ability to work and stand for extended periods

• Comfortably wear personal protective equipment

• Navigate a busy environment

• Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach

• May need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on department

• Occasional sitting during certain tasks

• Drive mobile equipment when needed

General Motors UAW hourly employment offers a very competitive compensation and benefit package. An annual incentive payout is also available, as qualified.

Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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