Manufacturing Engineer: Throughput & Automation Leader

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.

North Vernon (IN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Dauch Corporation, a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for our North Vernon, IN location. This role focuses on applying manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize throughput and ensure manufacturing readiness.

You will develop equipment proposals, evaluate vendors, monitor installations, train operators, and help adopt automation on the assembly line.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with UG or any 3D modeling and drafting software.
Proficiency with GD&T, Process Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans.
Understanding of TS16949 documentation.

Responsibilities

Develops manufacturing equipment purchase proposals by studying plans and commitments; evaluates processes and requirements.
Identifies vendors and evaluates equipment capabilities and service history; analyzes investment and savings.
Monitors equipment installations by advising crews; designs equipment modifications to meet production needs.
Prepares operators by conducting training and providing reference resources; maintains process integrity via policies and guidelines.
Maintains equipment records and databases; protects confidential information.