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American Axle Mfg Inc Senior Gear Design Engineer in Detroit, Michigan
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Job Posting TitleSenior Gear Design Engineer
Job Description SummaryResponsible for Hypoid Gear Designs, including technical integrity of the components, adherence to the internal design standards and engineering project/system requirements, timely completion of deliverables, within engineering project budget. Engineering project team member from concept design through final system launch and will serve as key interface for specific sub-systems or components.
Job Description Has responsibility for Hypoid Gear designs within the product system from concept through full manufacturing launch in accordance with PE-PDP and program launch gate deliverables. Utilizes computer aided engineering (CAE) methodologies and results to drive the design of sub-systems and components. Performs component FEA, 1D model analyses, spreadsheet calculations as needed. Works with cross-functional and cross-region resources in the execution of development of new gear components based on requirements and supports the integration of those new components into the organization's portfolio of products. Continually identify and capitalize on efficiencies throughout the design process across multiple areas of engineering. Generate Gear Component Part numbers and Gear Component level BOM's Interface with cost engineering to fully understand cost implications of part design to deliver product systems within agreed costed bill of materials (BOM). Work with systems engineering and services to release designs on time to meet project milestones. Supports peer reviews and monthly engineering project status reviews throughout process, with focus on compliance to component technical requirements, design standards and project expectations. Supports creation of engineering project plans, negotiated with internal engineering service functions, to meet engineering project milestones and deliverables. Actively share learning and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. All other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Education Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering and at least 3 years of product development experience. Experience with full cycle product launch from concept to start of production within engineering product development processes preferred. Experience utilizing UG Nx to design components and/or systems. Develops component CAD models, parametric designs that are optimized. Experience utilizing state of the art CAE tools and methods to drive the design. Minimum 1 - 3 years driveline or transmission experience preferred. Experience with Helical Gear design preferred Experience with Kimos, Gleason Cage, Gleason Gems and Gleason Gage. About American Axle & Manufacturing As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with nearly 85 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
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