Entry-Level Manufacturing Tool & Die Engineer

About This Role

General Motors is hiring an Entry-Level Manufacturing Tool & Die Engineer to support stamping and body-in-white manufacturing operations. You will design and maintain the precision tooling that shapes vehicle body panels and structural components, working at GM plants that produce some of the highest-volume vehicle lines in North America.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Entry-Level Manufacturing Tool & Die Engineer
• Company: General Motors
• Location: Bedford, IN / Warren, MI / Flint, MI / Lansing, MI / Toledo, OH
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $28–$38/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-05-25
• Application Deadline: 2026-06-25

Role Context

Tool and die engineers at GM are embedded in stamping plants and body shops, responsible for the performance, maintenance, and improvement of high-tonnage progressive dies and transfer tooling. Entry-level engineers shadow senior tool engineers for the first 90 days, then take ownership of a designated die set. The role requires regular time on the production floor across all shifts during launches.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, validate, and maintain stamping dies and body assembly tooling
• Troubleshoot tooling failures and implement permanent corrective actions
• Support vehicle program launches by coordinating tooling readiness timelines
• Work with tool suppliers to review die designs and track build progress
• Analyze scrap and rework data to identify tooling root causes
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles to improve tooling change and maintenance cycles
• Maintain tooling documentation including drawings, standards, and revision histories

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of metal stamping, progressive dies, or sheet metal forming processes is a plus
• Basic CAD proficiency (Siemens NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks)
• Ability to read and interpret complex tooling drawings
• Willingness to work across shifts during production launches
• US work authorization required; no sponsorship available for this role

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $28–$38/hr plus GM annual incentive plan
• GM healthcare, dental, and vision plans from day one
• 401(k) with GM company match and pension eligibility
• GM vehicle discount program — one of the best in the automotive industry
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement up to $8,000/year

Who Should Apply

This role is well-suited for recent engineering graduates who enjoy hands-on problem solving, are comfortable on active production floors, and want deep expertise in metal forming manufacturing. Prior coursework or project work involving machine design or manufacturing processes is a meaningful advantage.

About the Company

General Motors is one of the world's largest automakers, with brands including Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, and Cadillac. Its US manufacturing network spans over 50 plants, producing more than 2.5 million vehicles per year. GM is also leading the EV transition with its Ultium battery platform, creating new manufacturing engineering roles across traditional and electric vehicle lines.

How to Apply

Apply directly at GM Careers using the link above. The process includes an online application, a recruiter screen, and a technical interview with the plant engineering team. Background and drug screening are required prior to offer.