American Axle & Manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineer

American Axle & Manufacturing$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
  • 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven expertise in manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Strong analytical skills for cost projection and equipment analysis.
  • Experience with automation and robotics integration.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and propose manufacturing equipment purchases based on plans and evaluations.
  • Recommend new manufacturing equipment by assessing vendor capabilities.
  • Analyze investment and savings to project equipment costs.
  • Guide crews during equipment installations to ensure proper setup.
  • Design modifications to equipment to meet production requirements.
  • Train equipment operators and provide necessary support resources.
  • Update policies and guidelines to maintain process integrity.
  • Keep equipment records organized and up to date.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Access to new technologies in manufacturing.
  • Work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
  • Potential for involvement in automation projects.
Full Job Description
Job Posting Title
Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Summary
Implements manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to maximize throughout. Establishes control charting of critical features and processes; monitors results and determines machine and process capabilities and performance reliability. Manages the implementation of new processes, selection of equipment to be purchased, and time estimates. Identifies optimal tooling for machining. Resolves issues with design, manufacturability, or build sequences. Ensures production-part acceptance and manufacturing readiness. Participates in adoption of new technologies and processes to achieve greater efficiency. Consults on and oversees selection and implementation of automation and robotics on the assembly line.

Job Description:
• Develops manufacturing equipment purchase proposals by studying manufacturing plans and commitments; evaluating manufacturing processes and requirements.
• Recommends new manufacturing equipment by identifying vendors and operating equipment, evaluating equipment capabilities and service history; evaluating vendor service and support.
• Completes equipment cost projections by analyzing investment, return, and savings.
• Monitors equipment installations by advising crews.
• Meets production requirements by designing equipment modifications as needed
• Prepares equipment operators by conducting training; providing reference and support resources.
• Maintains process integrity by developing and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines.
• Maintains equipment records by filing documents; updating equipment database.
• Protects organization value by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.

Develops product cost structures and estimates product cost for customers.

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's Degree

5 years experience in a manufacturing environment

About American Axle & Manufacturing

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) is a leading global Tier 1 automotive supplier of driveline and metal forming technologies that are used to power a wide range of vehicles. AAM’s products are found in vehicles that drive on the road, fly through the air, and even drive under the sea. AAM’s engineering, design, and manufacturing capabilities allow it to produce products that meet the needs of its customers around the world. AAM has over 25,000 associates operating at nearly 90 facilities in 17 countries to support its customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
Learn more about American Axle & Manufacturing
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$872.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$561.2 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$4.7 billion
NASDAQ

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