American Axle & Manufacturing

Senior Industrial Engineer

American Axle & Manufacturing • $95K — $115K *
Detroit, MI 48228Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of industrial engineering experience in manufacturing, preferably automotive.
  • Proven experience with process improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills and project leadership capabilities.
  • Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and advanced data analytics tools like Power BI, Python, SQL is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead process improvement and productivity initiatives within smart manufacturing environments.
  • Develop capacity, headcount, and cycle-time models for operational decision support.
  • Apply AI and machine learning to enhance manufacturing performance and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and IT teams on Industry 4.0 solutions.
  • Manage projects effectively while influencing stakeholders and providing insights to leadership.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model allowing flexibility in work environment.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of smart manufacturing initiatives.
  • Exposure to advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning.
  • Collaborative work culture with cross-functional teams.
  • Professional development opportunities through project leadership roles.
Full Job Description
Job Posting Title
Senior Industrial Engineer

Job Description Summary
Shape the Future of Smart Manufacturing

Dauch is seeking a forward-thinking Senior Industrial Engineer to drive operational excellence through process optimization, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled solutions. In this hybrid Detroit-based role, you'll lead initiatives that improve productivity, reduce waste, and support the digital transformation of our manufacturing operations.

Job Description:
  • Lead process improvement, labor optimization, and productivity initiatives.
  • Develop capacity, headcount, and cycle-time models to support operational decision-making.
  • Apply AI, machine learning, and data analytics to identify opportunities and improve manufacturing performance.
  • Partner with Operations, Engineering, and IT teams to implement Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing solutions.
  • Manage projects, influence stakeholders, and present recommendations to leadership.
  • All other duties as assigned.


Required Skills and Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of industrial engineering experience in manufacturing, preferably automotive.
  • Experience with process improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Strong analytical and project leadership skills.
  • Experience using AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, Power BI, Python, SQL, or related digital technologies is highly preferred.


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
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$561.2 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$4.7 billion
NASDAQ
AXL
* Ladders Estimates

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