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Plant Project Engineer

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Michigan, Detroit
May 26, 2026
Job Posting Title Plant Project Engineer Job Description Summary Dauch is seeking a Plant Project Engineer to join our world-class team. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a leading company in the automotive industry, where you will have the chance to contribute to the flawless execution of our manufacturing processes. This role located at our Gallatin plant in Gallatin, TN The Plant Project Engineer is responsible for all equipment installations, modifications, plant engineering support and project engineering. Also, assure that training and development needs are identified, and programs initiated. They will work with the assigned Plant Maintenance Area to develop and recommend budget, short and long-range operating objectives. Job Description: Streamline Project Management workflows and conducting FEL studies (preliminary evaluation, project design, cost estimation, cost control) Work with Engineering for capital project development; bid evaluation; project scheduling and coordination; installation and debugging. Analyze repetitive equipment failures and design solutions to reduce estimation of maintenance costs and evaluation of alternatives. Assess the needs for equipment replacements and establish replacement programs when due. Assess required maintenance tools and skills required for efficient maintenance of equipment. Assess and report safety hazards associated with all plant equipment (maintenance and production). Analyze equipment performance relative to production requirements. Implementation of designs or practice changes, through hands on involvement Responsible for training full-time employees, contractors, and agency employees. All other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Education Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering. Project Engineering/Project Management experience (training or certification). 3-5 years of progressive experience in project engineering roles in a heavy industrial environment. Working knowledge of general plant construction practices, building construction, installation of equipment, etc. Knowledge of OSHA and general EPA regulations is highly desired. About Dauch: Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more. Dauch 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. Dauch 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. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.