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Job Posting Title

Associate Machining Engineer - Rotational

Job Description Summary

AAM's Early Career Rotational Program’s mission is to provide well-trained and prepared associates for key positions and leadership roles. AAM’s Early Career Rotational Program offers a unique opportunity for structured growth and training. As an Early Career Rotational associate, you will be introduced to our environment and be provided an opportunity to receive both classroom and on-the-job experience during an 18-month rotational training development program. You will participate in three 6-month rotational assignments designed to enhance your knowledge and performance in your target position. Meanwhile, you will participate in networking events with exposure to AAM leaders and mentors. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be well on your way to a meaningful, fulfilling career with AAM

Job Description

Our Associate Machining Engineer – Rotational position will join our team of motivated engineering professionals where projects are complex and original, requiring strategic direction, cross-disciplinary integration, and ingenuity of approach.  Upon completion of the program, the successful candidate will work in a team environment to implement manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize operational throughput for AAM’s Metal Forming Business Unit.  

Required Skills and Education

We are currently in the selection phase for the 2025-2026 year and are looking for outstanding students and recent grads with the following qualifications:

• Completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering within 12 months prior to June, 2024 start date, GPA 3.0 or higher
• Experience in leadership roles (e.g. school teams, volunteerism, community)
• Ability to be geographically mobile during and after the program
• A passion to pursue a career in automotive /manufacturing
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

The Early Career Rotational Program offers competitive perks & benefits such as:

• Pay for performance bonus & merit
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401K benefits
• Retirement contribution
• Tuition assistance of $8,000/year
• Engagement in AAMs DEI company-wide initiatives and community events
• 16 hours paid time to volunteer in local charities
• Networking opportunities with AAM’s Early Career associates and Leaders

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.