Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III
Location: Detroit, MI

The Maintenance Engineer position serves as a technical resource to both skilled trades and production departments. This position participates in a cross-functional team to resolve highly technical equipment failures. Maintenance Engineers also work closely with equipment OEMs to develop machine upgrades, maintenance plans and other critical aspects related to the manufacturing of Detroit Engines and Axles.

This position is to support tasks needed to provide continuous operation of Detroit Axles production operations. Operations to include but not limited to: Gearset machining, NFD assembly, HDT assembly, Adv. 6x4 assembly, M1 Fronts assembly and Drop Press/Drop Line assembly.

Responsibilities:

Plant floor support of reactive maintenance, proactive maintenance and maintenance method development by participating in a CFT of Skilled Trades, Maintenance Supervisors and Production staff on a daily basis to ensure proper equipment availability
2nd level production emergency response support when equipment/machines have an unscheduled machine stop (70% of job role)
Manage/control the equipment documentation (spare parts lists, machine prints, maintenance plans, etc) to the operational units of maintenance on the shop floor
Acquires and manages external service support and equipment spare parts
Analyzes maintenance Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive maintenance and repair activities with the operational units
Technical Coach for maintenance staff with respect to process methods and standards control
Define/manage/control spare parts and preventative maintenance plans in the Company's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Project management of budget and timeline for equipment retrofits, upgrades and replacements
Controls the storage of technical documentation, equipment schematics and prints for production equipment
Support maintenance operational readiness with new production line launches
Ensures engineering practices comply with government regulations and safety standards
Key strategic member for future Maintenance strategies and Continuous Process Improvement
(CPI)
Create/Manage/Review maintenance work orders and purchase requisitions within the CMMS

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

Bachelor Degree in Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology equivalent
Typical Minimum Experience Preferred (Desired Skills/Experience)
5-7 years of experience in Operational/Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance or Manufacturing Engineering
2 years of supervisory experience desired
High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
High Level of mechanical ability demonstrated
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Knowledge of materials and methods of manufacture
Effective oral and written communication skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience in AutoCAD or equivalent application

Mechanical Engineer III

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