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A new chapter is here. On January 26, 2026, AAM – American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. changed its name to Dauch Corporation. On February 3, 2026, Dauch Corporation acquired Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries – GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy. Learn more here.

Associate Controls Engineer

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Job ID JREQ-221226 Date posted 06/16/2026

Job Posting Title

Associate Controls Engineer

Job Description Summary

Assists in the design, testing, installation, and maintenance of large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing. Follows established and defined processes and procedures to complete basic projects and solve problems of limited scope.

Job Description:

• Assists in evaluating control systems, products, components, and applications.
• Assists in evaluating new manufacturing and control technologies, adapting into specifications as appropriate.
• Confirms control system functionality, including appropriate safety compliance, by designing and/or executing test procedures.
• Assists in the review of layout and electrical drawings; collaborates with related engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers.
• Ensures integrity of process and build data collection.
• Provides information to manufacturing, process, and other engineering disciplines by answering questions and requests.
• Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements.
• Maintains project documents using approved methodology, tools, and templates.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

  • HS Diploma.
  • Previous controls or electrical experience required.
  • Availability to work across 3 shifts as needed.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.


Dauch 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. Dauch 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. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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    Physical Well-Being

    • Annual physicals
    • Preventative Screenings and Immunizations
    • Diabetes and Hypertension
    • Prevention and Management
    • Tobacco Coaching
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