Assembly Engineer

Autokiniton • Plymouth, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are AUTOKINITON, a Tier 1 supplier specializing in manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components and assemblies globally. We pride ourselves on 100% vertical integration, offering end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We are seeking an Assembly Engineer to join our Engineering Team and contribute to our operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum six (6) years or more of hands-on manufacturing experience
• Experience in metal joining, including but not limited to: MIG welding, resistance projection welding, clinch fasteners, and stamping processes.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and correcting workflow problems.
• Experience in applying and teaching lean manufacturing concepts.
• Experience in design, fabrication, and installation of assembly equipment and tools
• Sound organization skills.
• Knowledge of APQP processes and the ability to manage and maintain standardized procedures
• CAD and Computer experience (UG, Catia, Autodesk, etc).
• Ability to read and interpret CMM data, SPC and dimensional data reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly process meetings, maintain the assembly equipment, and update tooling timing charts.
• Manage the capability of all in-production tooling installed in the business unit, tracking, coordinating, and executing corrective actions as required.
• Monitor assembly tool uptime/downtime metrics to determine task prioritization and scope.
• Support customer meetings, internal meetings, and project reviews.
• Interface with all internal departments to ensure they are kept up-to-date on assembly equipment and tool status.
• Actively participate and/or lead the business unit cross-functional team in all launch and production startup activities and coordinate all tryout materials to ensure availability.
• Manage and maintain the assembly equipment, including tool designs, equipment fabrication, tryout materials, and launch support.
• Maintain assembly equipment and tooling program open issues log and lessons learned log.
• Manage all tool engineering changes.
• Manage APQP and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with Company contribution match
• 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• On-the-job training
• Learning management systems
• Advancement opportunities from within our organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level