Automotive Axle Design Engineer - End-to-End Ownership

Experis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account

Disability insurance

Weekly pay

Job summary

Automotive & Mobility is seeking an Automotive Axle Design Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI. You will own the life cycle of axle components, drive design releases, and collaborate with Tier I suppliers to ensure high-quality, scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes GD&T proficiency, cross-functional leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a structured engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in propulsion systems, automatic transmissions, or related field.
• Knowledge of axle systems or components and experience as a DRE in OEM/Tier 1 environments.
• Proficiency in GD&T, drawing creation, and virtual analysis.
• Strong interpersonal communication and team leadership skills, including presenting to executives.

Responsibilities

• Manage full life cycle of axle-related components and sub-assemblies from requirements to serial life maintenance.
• Design and release for key components (structures, seals, fasteners); lead change-management for components.
• Ensure design best practices, lessons learned, and continuous improvements in the release process.
• Lead technical infrastructure evolution for components, including documentation, definitions, and drawing signoffs; review CAD and 2D drawings with GD&T.
• Own and update DFMEA, DVPR, and FMEA artifacts; develop timelines, drive deliverables, and present action plans with risks.

Skills

GD&T

Mechanical design

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

CAE tools

Job description

Automotive & Mobility is seeking an Automotive Axle Design Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI. You will own the life cycle of axle components, drive design releases, and collaborate with Tier I suppliers to ensure high-quality, scalable solutions.

The role emphasizes GD&T proficiency, cross-functional leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a structured engineering environment.