Electrical Engineering College Co-op

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Mfg., Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering College Co-op to join their team at their World Headquarters in Detroit, MI. The role involves utility data analysis, electrical system documentation, and energy management initiatives. Ideal candidates will support the Corporate Facilities team and gain hands-on experience while collaborating with professionals.

This opportunity is ideal for students pursuing Electrical Engineering with a strong interest in energy management and data analysis, offering a practical learning environment in a dynamic automotive setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation date of May 2028 or later preferred.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 25 hours each week, year-round.
• Able to work in the US without Visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Review utility invoices for accuracy.
• Enter utility data into Excel.
• Review electrical drawings.
• Assist in preparing presentations using PowerPoint.
• Support power monitoring setup using PowerLogic software.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Strong interest in electrical power systems

Energy management

Data analysis

Education

Currently enrolled full-time at a college or university pursuing Electrical Engineering

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Tools

PowerLogic software

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Electrical Engineering College Co-op

Dauch is seeking an Electrical Engineering College Co-op to join our team at our World Headquarters in Detroit, MI. In this role, you will support the Corporate Facilities and Energy team through utility data analysis, electrical system documentation, and energy management initiatives across our manufacturing operations. You will gain hands‑on experience working with electrical drawings, power and energy systems, utility consumption reporting, and engineering analysis while collaborating with experienced professionals in a fast‑paced automotive environment.

The ideal candidate possesses intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, and has a strong interest in electrical power systems, energy management, and data analysis. This opportunity is well‑suited for a self‑motivated student who is eager to learn, take initiative, and apply classroom knowledge to real‑world engineering challenges.

Job Description:

• Review utility invoices for accuracy.
• Enter utility data into Excel.
• Review electrical drawings.
• Assist in preparing presentations using PowerPoint, writing energy reports, and troubleshooting wiring for power monitoring systems.
• Support power monitoring setup using PowerLogic software, including device setup, data logging, alarms, energy reporting and dashboard updates.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education:

• Currently enrolled full time at a college or university pursuing Electrical Engineering.
• Graduation date of May 2028 or later preferred.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Must be able to work a minimum of 25 hours each week, year‑round.
• Able to work in the US without Visa sponsorship.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries – GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e‑mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.