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Job Posting Title

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Summary

#TeamAAM is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer implements manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize throughput and optimize cost. They establish control charting of critical features and processes; monitors results, determines machine and process capabilities, and performance reliability. They also troubleshoot part quality and process issues using systematic problem-solving techniques. This person will manage the implementation of new processes, selection of equipment to be purchased, and time estimates. They will also resolve issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences. They will ensure production-part acceptance and manufacturing readiness. They will also participate in adoption of new technologies and processes to achieve greater efficiency. This person consults on and oversees selection and implementation of automation and robotics on the assembly line. Please note that this is a fully onsite position.

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Job Description

• Develops manufacturing equipment purchase proposals by studying manufacturing plans and commitments, evaluating manufacturing processes and requirements.
• Assists with part quote preparation by providing investment and part cost estimates.
• Recommends new manufacturing equipment by identifying vendors and operating equipment, evaluating technical capabilities and service history, evaluating vendor service and support.
• Completes equipment cost projections by analyzing investment, return, and savings.
• Leads equipment installations by working with other departments and advising crews.
• Ensures processes meet AAM safety standards and implement countermeasures as needed.
• Meets production requirements by designing equipment modifications as needed.
• Prepares workforce by conducting training, providing references and support resources.
• Maintains process integrity by developing and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines.
• Maintains equipment records by filing documents, updating equipment database.
• Monitors and repots tool performance, optimize tool life and balance tool change frequency with the goal of reducing tooling cost per unit.
• Monitors and reports production scrap and implement projects to maintain within budget.
• Protects organization value by keeping information confidential, cautioning others regarding potential breaches.
• Involves in daily production issues to identify and solve problems using 8D’s, 5 Why’s and similar systematic problem-solving methods.
• Creates and maintains process drawings, routings, PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Designs tools and work holding using CAD/CAM (AutoCAD and NX).
• Employs manual machining on lathes, drills or use 3d printers to create solutions.
• Tools up new machine and set up processes.
• Monitors and maintains complex auto gauges, rabbits, and auto-comps logic to ensure reliable operation.
• Collaborates with supplier and stakeholders to carry out Kaizen projects.
• Works with suppliers on most up to date tooling, work holding, gauging, and machines for assigned processes.
• Tracks and maintains automation performance to achieve material handling goals.
• Identifies and eliminates waste from value stream.
• Works with operations to meet and exceed OEE expectations.
• Works with plant/corporate IE to meet and improve capacity, material handling, and packaging requirements.
• Works with advanced/corporate engineering and sales to support prototype projects.
• Maintains processes and documentation to meet or exceed quality requirements per IATF 16949, customer specific requirements and AAM quality standards.
• Participates in safety and internal/external quality audits.
• Sets up spare parts for new and existing product lines.
• Specifies and maintains coolant and lubricants to maintain optimal performance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field, or combination of relevant education and experience.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in a high volume machining environment.
• Proficient in CNC machining processes, CNC programming, cutting tools, work holding and precision gauging.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and NX/SolidWorks software.
• Proficient in SPC and data analysis.
• Experience in gear cutting (shaping process preferred).
• Mastercam proficiency.

Preferred Skills:

• Six sigma certification.
• Robotic and PLC programming.
• Experience with Fanuc and Siemens CNC.
• 5S experience.

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.