Manufacturing Engineer

American Axle & Manufacturing; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Bowling Green, OH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain efficient manufacturing processes for driveline components. You will support assembly, machining, and testing operations on site, driving continuous improvement and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities include lean execution, time studies, and process capability analyses, plus collaboration with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and compliant SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong lean manufacturing experience and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency with CAD tools for design and analysis of processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Implement lean manufacturing (5S, Kaizen, SMED) to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Conduct time studies, process capability studies, and root cause analysis.
• Coordinate TPM/PM/Predictive Maintenance programs to maximize uptime.
• Specify, procure, and commission new equipment and tooling.
• Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability and update SOPs.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

## Manufacturing EngineerApplylocations: Bowling Green, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JREQ-223517**Job Posting Title**Manufacturing Engineer**Job Description Summary**Dauch is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This position will be based out of our Bowling Green, OH location. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining optimal manufacturing processes and systems to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness in the production of driveline components.**Job Description:*** Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products, including assembly, machining, and testing operations.* Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, SMED) to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.* Conduct time studies, process capability studies, and root cause analysis to identify and resolve production issues, improve quality, and reduce scrap rates.* Review, recommend and coordinate TPM, PM, Proactive Maintenance and Predictive Maintenance Programs to prevent equipment failures and maximize machinery uptime.* Specify, procure, and commission new manufacturing equipment, tooling, and fixtures, ensuring compliance with safety standards and production requirements.* Collaborate with design engineering to ensure manufacturability of new products and provide input on design for manufacturing principles.* Develop and update manufacturing documentation, including process flow diagrams, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).* Provide technical support and training to production personnel on new processes, equipment, and quality standards.* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of long-term manufacturing strategies.* Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.* Manage projects related to process improvements, new product introductions, and cost reduction initiatives.**Required Skills and Education*** Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.* 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role* Strong understanding of lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement tools.* Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for design and analysis of manufacturing processes and tooling.. **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.