Gears Manufacturing Engineer

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Gears Manufacturing Engineer in Michigan to drive gear development, establish process capabilities, and lead equipment and tooling decisions for high-throughput production lines.

You will collaborate with design and application teams, oversee PPAPs, and guide automation adoption to improve efficiency. Strong leadership, problem solving and project management are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or related field or 3-5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of Gear Manufacturing – Hypoid or Helical.
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes - milling, turning, grinding, honing, deburring.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of gear manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Work with design and application group to specify gear development requirements, quality, performance, and scheduling.
• Participate in Design/Program Reviews and communicate project status and issues.
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes in the GDC.
• Recommend improvements to product quality during process development.
• Lead team in evaluating new equipment, processes, and software.
• Participate in product design/development review meetings.
• Lead cost reduction and throughput improvements in gear cutting/finishing.
• Interact with engineering and production to solve process/tooling issues and develop new parts and processes.

Skills

Gear Manufacturing

CNC Machining

Leadership

Problem Solving

Project Management

Industry Standards & Safety

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

3D Modeling Software

Job description

Job Posting Title

Gears Manufacturing Engineer

Legal Entity

American Axle & Manufacturing Inc

Job Description Summary

Implements manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize throughput. Establishes control charting of critical features and processes; monitors results and determines machine and process capabilities and performance reliability. Manages the implementation of new processes, selection of equipment to be purchased, and time estimates. Identifies optimal tooling for machining. Resolves issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences. Ensures production-part acceptance and manufacturing readiness. Participates in adoption of new technologies and processes to achieve greater efficiency. Consults on and oversees selection and implementation of automation and robotics on the assembly line.

Job Description:

• Work closely with the design and application group to specify gear development requirements, quality levels, performance levels and program scheduling
• Participate in Design/Program Reviews and oversees the communication of project status and issues with the department manager and the team members to effectively resolve issues as they arise.
• Expert in evaluating and improving processes in manufacturing systems in the GDC
• Make recommendations to improve product quality and processing during program process development stage
• Lead team in evaluating and recommending new equipment, processes, and software
• Participate in product design/development review meetings
• Lead cost reduction, throughput improvement in gear cutting and finishing processes
• Engage with engineering staff to design and develop gear machining processes
• Investigate scrap and rework resulting from gear machining processes
• Interact with production facility associates to solve process and tooling related problems and to develop new parts and processes
• Manage engineering changes as they occur.
• Interact with customers and suppliers to resolve potential issues
• Participate and assist with PPAP’s and new product launches at domestic and international facilities
• Investigate and implement cost reduction efforts through the suggestion & productivity improvement programs.
• Troubleshoot daily production problems through root cause analysis techniques as they occur.
• Maintain quality & process documentation - Control plans, PFEMAS, Picture Process Sheets, Tooling Sheets, etc.
• Ability to work independently while exhibiting teamwork skills with co-workers and others
• Available to work overtime if required
• Successfully complete assigned tasks on time to aggressive schedules
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Education

• A degree in Engineering or a related field or 3-5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of Gear Manufacturing – Hypoid or Helical
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes - milling, turning, grinding, honing, deburring.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of gear manufacturing.
• Excellent project management skills.

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.