Helical Gear Design Engineer

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Job Posting Title
Helical Gear Design Engineer
Job Description Summary
#TeamAAM is looking for a Helical Gear Design Engineer to join our team in Detroit, Michigan!
This individual is responsible for Helical Gear Designs, including technical integrity of the components, adherence to the internal design standards and engineering project/system requirements, accurate completion of deliverables, and staying within engineering project budget. They will be an engineering project team member from concept design through final system launch and will serve as key interface for specific sub-system or component.
At AAM, we value our associates and offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses both bonus opportunities, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, and more. We firmly believe in the development of our associates and provide a wide array of training programs to foster their personal and professional growth.
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Job Description

• Has responsibility for Helical Gear designs within the product system from concept through full manufacturing launch in accordance with PE-PDP and program launch gate deliverables.
• Uses gear software, such as KissSoft, Windows LDP, Dontyne, etc, to determine optimum Gear Design for application.
• Uses 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 multi-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
• Work 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 deadlines.
• 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 deadlines 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
• 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 using UG NX to design components and/or systems preferred.
• Experience using innovative CAE tools and methods preferred.
• Minimum 1 - 3 years driveline or transmission experience preferred.

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 over 80 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.
With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.
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