Manufacturing Engineer

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Challenging work environment

Flexible roles

Job summary

A leading automotive supplier in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize and implement manufacturing processes on the assembly line. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 2-5 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Key tasks include developing equipment proposals, programming CNC machines, and working with automation technology. This full-time role offers significant opportunities for growth and impact in advancing mobility solutions.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in programming and modifying CNC programs.
• Understanding of GD&T and CMM system concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing equipment purchase proposals.
• Recommend new manufacturing equipment based on vendor evaluations.
• Monitor equipment installations by advising crews.

Skills

CNC programming

Manufacturing processes

Tooling knowledge

Robotic automation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Fanuc robots

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

#TeamAAM is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Driveline team in Three Rivers, Michigan. This is a fully onsite role. The Manufacturing Engineer implements manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize throughput. They establish control charting of critical features and processes, monitor results and determine machine and process capabilities and performance reliability. They also manage the implementation of new processes, select equipment for purchase, and estimate time requirements. This person identifies optimal tooling for machining and resolves issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences. They ensure production‑part acceptance and manufacturing readiness, participate in the adoption of new technologies and processes to achieve greater efficiency, and consult on and oversee the selection and implementation of automation and robotics on the assembly line.

The ideal candidate has excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others at any level of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develops manufacturing equipment purchase proposals by studying manufacturing plans and commitments, evaluating manufacturing processes and requirements.
• Recommends new manufacturing equipment by identifying vendors and operating equipment, evaluating equipment capabilities and service history.
• Completes equipment cost projections by analyzing investment, return, and savings.
• Monitors equipment installations by advising crews.
• Meets production requirements by designing equipment modifications as needed.
• Prepares equipment operators by conducting training, providing reference and support resources.
• Maintains process integrity by developing and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines.
• Programs and modifies CNC programs on lathes and milling machines.
• Validates CNC programs on equipment.
• Designs and develops fixtures for machining equipment.
• Works with Fanuc robots and automation equipment.
• Maintains equipment records by filing documents, updating equipment database.
• Protects organization value by keeping information confidential and warning others about potential breaches.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other applicable disciplines.
• 2-5+ years of work experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• General understanding of manufacturing processes and thorough knowledge of tooling/programming.
• Experience programming and modifying CNC programs.
• Understanding of GD&T and CMM system concepts.
• Knowledge of machining fixtures (pneumatic and hydraulic).
• Understanding of AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
• Experience with robotic automation.

About AAM

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AAM 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. AAM 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]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Manufacturing

Industry: Automotive