SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

American Axle & Manufacturing • Auburn Hills, MI

318d

About The Position

AAM 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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 reports 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree