Manager - Die Simulation

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables Key Responsibilities Perform product feasibility studies for BIW and closure panels. Develop and validate die process plans, strip layouts and tooling concepts. Execute, forming simulations for sheet metal parts using simulation software. Analyze formability, thinning, splits, wrinkles and spring back issues. Support die-face engineering and die design reviews with suppliers. Recommend design improvements to achieve robust manufacturability. Coordinate with Product Development, CAE, Quality and Tooling suppliers. Support die tryout activities and correlate simulation results with physical trials. Implement engineering changes and update simulation models. Prepare technical reports, feasibility assessments and management presentations. Preferred Industries Manufacturing Manufacturing and Pr Education Qualification B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Tool Engineering or Automobile Engineering. Specialization in Tool Design, CAD/CAM or Manufacturing Engineering preferred. General Experience 15+ years of experience in die design, stamping simulation or tooling engineering. Hands-on experience in automotive sheet metal component development. Experience with BIW outer panels, inner panels or closure panel development preferred. Experience working with tool makers and die development suppliers is desirable. Critical Experience Automotive sheet metal stamping processes. Formability and manufacturability analysis. Die process planning and strip layout development. Springback prediction and compensation techniques. Die face design fundamentals. Dimensional quality and GD&T concepts. APQP, PPAP and PFMEA awareness. Root cause analysis and structured problem solving. System Generated Core Skills Performance Monitoring Conveyor Systems Pneumatics Hydraulics Costing Work Estimation Process Knowledge - Assembly Industrial Engineering Project Management QC Tools Kaizen QC Story Root Cause Analysis Equipment Management Equipment Maintenance Product Knowledge -Vehicle System Product Knowledge - Aggregates Fixtures Statistical Analysis Tools Process Improvement Method Study & Work Measurement Line Balancing Ergonomics Resource Management Quality Management System (QMS) ISO 9001 - Quality Management System Generated Secondary Skills