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Meritec · 1 month ago

Stamping Die Design Engineer

Painesville,OH,US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Meritec is a well-established leader in signal integrity and interconnect technology. They are seeking a detail-oriented Stamping Die Design Engineer to design and develop high-precision progressive dies and fixtures for connector components, focusing on precision die design and documentation.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Design and develop progressive stamping dies and fixtures for connector contacts and components

Create detailed 2D/3D designs using SolidWorks or similar CAD tools

Work with Minster 210 and 215 presses running modular dies

Document designs, revisions, and die requirements accurately

Collaborate with tooling and production teams during builds and trials

Conduct troubleshooting and improvement of die and fixture performance

Provide process support where applicable to optimize manufacturability

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringToolingDie DesignSolidWorksGD&TFixture DesignAnalytical SkillsCollaboration SkillsDocumentation Skills

Required

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

3+ years in tooling or die design, preferably for connectors, contacts, or small precision stampings

Connector or precision electrical component experience required

Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar design tools

Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerancing, and copper alloys used in precision stamping

Knowledge of tool steels, heat treatment, and high-speed progressive tooling

Excellent documentation, analytical, and collaboration skills

Experience with fixture design and root-cause problem-solving for tooling issues

Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams

Exposure to knowledge transfer and standardization of die design processes

Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods, up to 8 hours per workday

Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and office equipment

Ability to move about inside the office and occasionally in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, or crouch to access files, equipment, or supplies

Must be able to lift, carry, or move objects up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., files, binders, or office supplies)

Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form, including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus as required for computer use and reviewing printed materials

Position may occasionally require use of appropriate PPE (e.g., safety glasses, footwear) when entering production areas