Dimensional Engineer

We are AUTOKINITON 

AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

·         Advanced Dimensional Engineering problem solving strategies for Chassis and Body-in-White components.

·         Recommend solutions to complex issues.

·         Product feasibility for dimensional control utilizing GD&T markups, DVA simulation analysis, fixture design review/acceptance, resolve fixture and assembly build issues, etc.

·         Analyze and organize data from multiple sources into reports that identify top issues, potential root causes and resolutions/corrective actions.

·         Attend customer product design and structure meetings.

·         Remain engaged, proactive and accountable for challenges and success of project/program.

·         Well organized with meticulous attention to data-driven details.

·         Act as an internal resource for Sales, Operations and other departments.

·         Document CMM roadmaps, QDM templates, GD&T Drawings, etc.

·         Check fixture design and builds to meet program timing and product print/CAD model requirements.

·         Resolve fixture and assembly build issues, fixture gage R&R and fixture delivery to support die tryout timing.

·         Develops prototype and production measurement plans.

·         Guide and/or develop GD&T and measurement points for components and assemblies.

·         Guides Gage Repeatability (GR) and Reproducibility (GR&R) evaluations.

·         Guides detail and assembly data reviews with evaluation.

·         Verifies technical capabilities and supplier capacity for sourcing check fixtures.

·         Interface with Operations, Program Management, Sales, Supply Chain/Purchasing, etc.

This full-time salary-exempt role is a part of our corporate engineering team and reports to the Director of Dimensional Engineering.

Required experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent DE automotive experience.
• 5+ years DE experience in the automotive industry with Chassis components.
• Demonstrate advance knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Advance Metrology measurement techniques, Variation Simulation Analysis (DVA), drafting/drawing techniques, dies and tooling standards, etc.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork within a fast-pace multi-disciplinary automotive environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office, TeamCenter Visualization, SpinFire and Visio. CATIA, AutoCAD, Kubotech, KeyCreator, a plus.

Working conditions:

·         We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our Plymouth, MI location and supports our corporate team, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

·         Close to Downtown Ann Arbor, MI

·         Willow Metro Park

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

•         Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

•         Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

•         Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

•         Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.