Mechanical Engineer III

Detroit, MI, US • Posted 10 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago
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  • Mechanical Engineer

Summary

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
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10106248
  • Position Id: 2026-4442/153361
  • Posted 10 hours ago
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