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Job Posting Title

Kettering Controls Engineering Co-Op

Job Description Summary

Be part of a tier-one automotive drive train supplier that delivers power to move the world. At AAM, we’re looking for associates who push beyond the limits of their imagination to break the boundaries of what exists today to drive solutions for tomorrow.

AAM is seeking candidates that are passionate about automotive engineering & design, excel academically, demonstrate leadership capabilities, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Description

• Assist the Controls Engineer in the development of controls designs and hardware for new and refurbished manufacturing equipment, automation, and their integration.
• Assist the Controls Engineer in the development and application of vision technology for inspection and bin picking.
• Learn and apply standards that define the minimum controls requirements of Metal Forming equipment.
• Learn and apply national electrical safety standards for new, refurbished and existing Metal Forming equipment.
• Identify and implement advanced machine control, sensor, vision, and robotic technologies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S without requiring visa sponsorship.
• Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university full-time. Electrical Engineering,   Industrial Engineering,  Robotic System Engineering, or Mechatronics Systems degree program, with emphasis on hands-on lab work preferred.
• Exposure to safety requirements involving electrical systems.
• Exposure to robot programming and debug.
• Basic understanding of AutoCAD (2013 or newer) preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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.

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 TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.