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Lead Industrial Engineer

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Michigan, Detroit
Jun 20, 2025
At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow. Job Posting Title Lead Industrial Engineer Job Description Summary #TeamAAM is looking for a Lead Industrial Engineer to join our Driveline team in Detroit, Michigan. This is a 1st shift, hybrid role reporting to the Senior IE Manager. The Lead Industrial Engineer leads program launch industrial engineering activities; performs labor estimate studies for cost requests, completes launch readiness documentation, and drives programs to completion on time and within budget. They also coordinate global completion of hourly labor budget development. This person will manage global productivity initiative program, providing guidance to regional leads. They will also provide plant support to document downtime causes, increase throughput, and identify productivity improvement opportunities. The Lead IE will prepare reports for management based on critical metrics as required. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong people management skills, giving them the ability to influence without formal authority. This person should also be able to identify problems and implement solutions with minimal guidance. Experience within a plant manufacturing environment is preferred. Ready to join the team that is Bringing the Future Faster? Apply today! Job Description Monitors performance to standards, budgets, and departmental goals/operational objectives. Responsible for productivity initiative database management, as well as monthly status review preparation for senior management. Identifies process inefficiencies and wastes of time, money, materials, and energy. Conducts time and motion studies. Conceptualizes improvements and assists in developing business cases. Develops and evaluates pilot programs, simulations, and prototypes. Implements new and enhanced processes and tools. Designs the layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency. Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow. Develops process capacity requirements based on established business standards Supports floor IE activities at AAM facilities and/or suppliers as required. Activities include, but are not limited to, time and delay studies, line balancing, standardized work, job instructions, and capacity studies. Prepares, analyzes, and selects methods of presenting important statistical data, such as charts, diagrams, and graphs. Assists in the development of annual budget activities and tracks monthly performance. Involved in advanced process design to ensure proper manning levels, ergonomics, and work balance concepts are incorporated into the design of the process. Responsible for plant layouts to include utilization of AutoCAD. Assists manufacturing in plant material flow design and incorporation of lean concepts into process layouts. Adheres to established company standards and systems. All other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Education Qualifications/Experience: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent advanced degree. 5+ years of relevant professional experience. Availability and willingness to adopt flexible work hours in order to support the launch of manufacturing processes. Ability to travel internationally and support launch activities as required to meet the demands of the program. Skills: Advanced computer skills to include the organization of data through contemporary database platforms (Microsoft Excel). Experience and skills in the use of AutoCAD. Ability to use computer systems for communication and preparation of reports. Training and knowledge of ergonomics. Math skills required in developing capacity, headcount, and cycle times models. Knowledge of budget/finance systems as it related to industrial work design and documentation. Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and systems to include automation and robotics. About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM 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, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com. Why Join #TeamAAM: As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world. AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.