Senior Systems Engineer

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Job Posting Title

Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description Summary

AAM is searching for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team. This position will be based out of our Detroit Business Offices location in Detroit MI.

As a Senior Systems Engineer you will lead the definition integration and validation of complex vehicle subsystems across powertrain controls and mechatronics domains. Youll collaborate with various teams to develop system architectures ensure alignment with performance and cost targets and drive technical execution throughout the product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in transmission gearbox axle or electric propulsion systems. Key expertise in thermal management and lubrication of electric axles and electric drive units would be highly valued and an asset to the team.

Job Description

If you meet most of the criteria and believe your experience can contribute to AAM we encourage you to apply. You dont need to possess experience in every single duty listed belowwe know great talent comes in many forms!

• Define systemlevel performance requirements architecture and interfaces for subsystems such as eMachine EE hardware gearbox software controls actuation mechanisms clutch and differential.

• Support system packaging sizing analyses and use of design tools to select major subsystem components including motors gear ratios gear reduction mechanisms and sensors.

• Use CAE tools and methods to own the design of systems subsystems and components. Collaborate with CAE teams to perform FEA data analysis and tolerance stackup evaluations.

• Develop engineering documentation including DFMEA DFM/DFA and GD&T dimensioning schemes.

• Collaborate with subsystem and component engineering teams and services to release final designs and drawings.

• Lead and support development testing activities including characterization calibration and evaluation of limit samples.

• Create detailed test orders and specifications; coordinate with crossfunctional teams to implement testing plans.

• Apply structured problemsolving methodologies (e.g. Ishikawa diagrams 8D DOE) to resolve engineering challenges.

• Coordinate with internal external multifunctional and global partners to develop and validate system components.

• Drive the development and adoption of efficient processes tools and methods for subsystem design and integration focusing on continuous improvement.

• Support cost estimation efforts to meet BOM targets and analyze cost drivers associated with design changes.

• Schedule facilitate and lead systemlevel peer reviews and weekly project status meetings throughout the development lifecycle.

• Support financial planning by estimating engineering resource requirements budgeting tracking variances and initiating corrective actions.

• Lead change management efforts maintain the risk registry and manage engineering incident reports.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelors degree in engineering or similar field.

• 5 years of experience in product design and development; with a focus on transmission/gearbox axle or electric propulsion in transportation.

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 .

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM youll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us youll 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 AAMand the world.

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