Mechanical Designer II

Autokiniton Global Group; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Relocation assistance

Growth opportunities

Learning and development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Autokiniton is seeking a Mechanical Designer II to create detailed parts and assemblies for automotive structural components, ensuring fit and performance targets within the vehicle package.

You will collaborate with engineers to improve standards and verify GD&T compliance while contributing to design optimization and supplier interactions in a high-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year college or technical school or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of design standards in automobile structures and suspension systems.
• CAD, GD&T, and other software understanding.
• AutoDesk Inventor experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with modeling techniques and drawing standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to convey technical details to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in daily activities.
• Create designs for new and/or improved parts and assemblies for automotive structural components.
• Work with the project team to develop designs that fit the vehicle package and meet performance targets.
• Provide input into departmental goals and key measures.
• Design projects for new/improved automotive structural members and components.
• Support design process with model designs and analyses.
• Improve standards and best practices.
• Ensure design quality and GD&T compliance.
• Support weekly program Tech Reviews.
• Evaluate durability and other features to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Meet goals and deadlines with the team.
• Pursue optimization of design methods.
• Verify component changes.
• Understand GD&T drawings and suggest improvements.
• Assist in creating/updating BOMs.
• Maintain design open issues log.

Skills

CAD

GD&T

Microsoft Office

Leadership

English communication

Education

Two-year college or technical school

Related experience or training

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

Job description

WE ARE AUTOKINITON

DRIVING SUCCESS FOR THE WORLD'S TOP AUTOMANUFACTURERS.

At AUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers.

Our dedicated teams proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.

CAREERS WITH AUTOKINITON

Building the Future—Together.

Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement.

Our core value, “We, not I,” reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress.

Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.

AXIS ENGINEERING- Mechanical Designer II

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in the performance of daily activities.
• Creates designs for new and/or improved detail parts and assemblies for automotive structural components, frames, and associated components.
• Work with the project team to develop designs that fit the vehicle package and meet or exceed the performance targets specified by the customer promptly.
• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals, along with identifying key measures to support the departmental goals.
• Designs projects for new and improved designs for automobile structural members, modules, and associated components.
• Supports the design process among engineers with model designs and analysis.
• Works to improve standards and best practices.
• Assures quality compliance in both design and structural characteristics.
• Support weekly program Tech Reviews.
• Participates in the design process, evaluating durability and other features to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Works with team to meet goals and deadlines.
• Pursues optimization of design methods.
• Verify component changes.
• Understands GD&T drawings and can recommend improvements.
• Assist in creating and updating BOM's.
• Maintain the Design open issues log.
• Responsible for adhering to all internal and OSHA-required safety procedures in performing daily work activities.
• Managing meetings, comfortable with contacting suppliers, and working with outside vendors and design houses.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year college or technical school; or a one to four years related experience and/or training
• Knowledge of design standards in automobile structures and suspension systems.
• CAD, GD&T, and other software understanding.
• AutoDesk Inventor experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with modeling techniques and drawing standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to convey technical details to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.

WHY YOU WILL ENJOY WORKING HERE:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and up to 15 paid holidays annually, thanks to our generous holiday and holiday bridge schedule. We also provide a tool allowance for our Skilled Trades Associates.

Relocation Assistance:

Our company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for our Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.

Work-Life Balance:

Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

Growth Opportunities

Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development:

We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.