Full-Time

Controls Engineer

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American Axle & Manufacturing

American Axle & Manufacturing

5,001-10,000 employees

No salary listed

Mid

Columbus, IN, USA

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Requirements
  • Experience in electrical drawings, ladder logic, HMI programs and integrating Safety PLC control systems for machinery and automation.
  • 2+ years’ experience in a controls engineering position or related
  • Experience troubleshooting PLC’s, electrical circuits, and Fanuc Robots.
  • Basic understanding of fluid power systems.
  • Experience with vision systems.
  • Experience in Allen Bradley PLC’s, Servo Controllers, HMI products, and software.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics or related field from accredited college/university or Trade School or equivalent work experience.
  • Ability to work across multiple shifts as needed
Responsibilities
  • Evaluates control systems, products, components, and applications.
  • Evaluates new manufacturing and control technologies, adapting into specifications as appropriate.
  • Confirms control system functionality, including appropriate safety compliance, by designing and/or executing test procedures.
  • Prepares and/or reviews electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls drawings; collaborates with related engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers.
  • Work with equipment suppliers and ensure compliance with AAM equipment specifications.
  • Ensures integrity of process and build data collection.
  • Provides information to manufacturing, process, and other engineering disciplines by answering questions and requests.
  • Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements.
  • Maintains project documents using approved methodology, tools, and templates.
  • Manages supplier development and delivery.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Understanding of NFPA & OSHA regulations.
  • Ability to work with contractors.
  • Able to assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting machine breakdowns.
  • Understanding of safety in a manufacturing environment and how it applies to controls design.
  • Basic experience with CNC troubleshooting.
American Axle & Manufacturing

American Axle & Manufacturing

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Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

1994

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • AAM secured $2.2 billion financing for its merger with Dowlais Group.
  • AAM's participation in CES 2025 showcases its innovative driveline and powertrain technologies.
  • AAM's solid 2024 financial results indicate strong business performance and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging EV component manufacturers could erode AAM's market share.
  • Semiconductor shortages may impact AAM's supply chain and delivery timelines.
  • Fluctuating raw material prices could increase production costs for AAM.

What makes American Axle & Manufacturing unique

  • AAM's electric drive technology for Jaguar I-PACE won a PACE Award in 2020.
  • AAM's merger with Dowlais enhances its competitive positioning and resource sharing.
  • AAM's board appointment of Terry Grayson-Caprio strengthens financial oversight and strategic growth.

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2 year growth

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Trade Show News
Apr 11th, 2025
AAM to Present at the BofA Securities 2025 Global Automotive Summit on April 15

AAM to present at the BofA Securities 2025 Global Automotive Summit on April 15.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 17th, 2025
Aam Names Terry Grayson-Caprio To Board Of Directors

DETROIT, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Axle Manufacturing (NYSE: AXL) has named Terry Grayson-Caprio to its Board of Directors. Grayson-Caprio is a retired Managing Partner of KPMG LLP. AAM logo (PRNewsfoto/American Axle Manufacturing) "I am pleased to welcome Terry as the latest addition to the AAM Board of Directors," said David C. Dauch, AAM's Chairman and CEO. "Her financial expertise, together with her experience partnering with global companies on transformational change, large-scale growth, and integration further strengthens the background and skills represented on our Board." With more than 40 years of business experience, including 10 years as a Managing Partner at a Big Four firm, Grayson-Caprio is a financial expert and valued business strategist. She has assisted a variety of public and private clients, specializing in industrial markets (automotive and advanced materials manufacturing), consumer markets, and international growth companies to manage growth, acquisitions, and expansion

PR Newswire
Mar 13th, 2025
Recommended Cash And Share Combination Of Dowlais Group Plc ("Dowlais") With American Axle Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. ("Aam")

Combination Update: Positive Development in U.S. Antitrust Clearance. DETROIT, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AAM (NYSE: AXL) and Dowlais are pleased to announce the expiration of the waiting period under the U.S. Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (the "HSR Act") for the proposed combination of Dowlais with AAM. The expiration of the waiting period under the HSR Act satisfies one of the conditions to closing the Combination. Filing processes in other jurisdictions are progressing and the Combination is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to satisfaction of the remaining conditions as set out in the Rule 2.7 announcement released by AAM and Dowlais on 29 January 2025 (the "Rule 2.7 Announcement")

Stock Titan
Mar 11th, 2025
AAM to Present at the Wolfe Research Virtual Autos Summit on March 18

AAM to present at the Wolfe Research Virtual Autos Summit on March 18.

Stock Titan
Feb 24th, 2025
AAM Secures $2.2B for Dowlais Merger

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM) secured a $2.2 billion financing package for its merger with Dowlais Group plc. The package includes an $843 million Term Loan B, an $843 million 1st Lien Senior Secured Bridge Facility, and a $500 million 2nd Lien Senior Secured Bridge Facility. AAM also amended its Credit Agreement, extending the Revolving Credit Facility and Term Loan A to a new five-year term and increasing commitments under the RCF to $1.5 billion.