Product 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:

Lead product development activities from concept through production launch.

Design and release automotive components/systems in compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal specifications.

Create and maintain 2D drawings, 3D models, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using CAD software (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks).

Perform engineering analysis and support validation testing (DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.).

Interface with customers and suppliers to address technical requirements and resolve issues.

Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design-related concerns.

Support APQP and PPAP processes for product launches.

Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

This full-time salary-exempt role is a part of our Corporate Program Management team and reports to the Director, Program Management, Ford.

Required experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, Master’s Degree preferred.

Minimum of five (5) or more years of product engineering experience in automotive industry.

Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes such as stamping, casting, molding, machining, and assembly.

Familiarity with automotive product development lifecycle and quality systems (APQP, PPAP, FMEA).

Familiarity with OEM engineering release systems and customer-specific requirements (Ford, GM, Stellantis, etc.).

Proficient in troubleshooting and correcting workflow problems.

Knowledge of standard quality practices.

Computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

CAD experience (UG, Catia, AutoCad Desktop etc).

Ability to visualize and comprehend all aspects of a manufacturing equipment and tooling, understand the relationships of factors affecting a given situation, be attentive to detail, and continually seek to improve work processes.

Knowledge of automated processes including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control systems and how they interact with each other.

Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.

Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment

Working knowledge of continuous improvement, project management, facility engineering, process engineering, product engineering, equipment technology/capabilities, plant capacity and general problem solving

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 corporate facility in New Boston, MI, 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