Mechanical Engineering Co-Op

AAM - American Axle & ManufacturingFort Wayne, IN

About The Position

Dauch is looking for a motivated and highly organized Mechanical Engineering College Co-Op to join our team! This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering while working closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Engineering leadership, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. This role will support day-to-day engineering activities, project coordination, data management, continuous improvement initiatives, and new program implementation. This position is ideal for a student who would enjoy manufacturing environment and wants to develop both technical engineering and project management skills.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree full time in preferably Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Ability to work year-round while attending college.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Able to work a minimum of 25 hours/weekly.
  • Ability to understand and apply basic mechanical and manufacturing principles.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Nice To Haves

  • Basic knowledge of 3D CAD, design principles, and experience with NX 3D CAD is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support the ordering and follow-up of tooling, fixtures, broach bars, locators, and other manufacturing equipment.
  • Communicate with suppliers and vendors through phone and email to obtain updates and resolve outstanding items.
  • Assist with basic tool and fixture design using NX 3D CAD software.
  • Gain exposure to manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and basic mechanical engineering principles.
  • Help develop and maintain a list of continuous improvement and future engineering projects.
  • Support APEX improvement initiatives and new program implementation activities.
  • Support the Manufacturing Engineering Manager with data requests, project tracking, reminders, and follow-up activities.
  • Assist with ERP, control plan, and FMEA edits and updates.
  • Attend engineering and cross-functional meetings and maintain accurate meeting notes and action items.
  • Follow up on ECR activities with other departments to ensure action items are completed.
  • Maintain organized project files and engineering documentation.
  • Assist with project tracking and timing.
  • Create and maintain weekly engineering reports and presentations.
  • Assist with preparing presentations for Manufacturing Engineers and leadership.
  • Organize system files and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
  • Provide general administrative and coordination support to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and team.
  • All other duties as assigned.
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