Controls Technician Co-Op
Royal Oak, MI  / Detroit, MI 
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Posted 15 days ago
Job/Internship Description

At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team of associates is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Bringing the Future Faster by Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow.

As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. You'll 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 AAM...and the world.

Job Posting Title

Controls Technician Co-Op

Job Description Summary

The Controls Technician Apprentice/Co-Op training program is a program designed to recruit and develop high-potential controls technicians for critical roles within our manufacturing facilities at AAM. This program is designed to give participants well-rounded training to prepare them for success as an Electrical/Controls Technician at one of our manufacturing facilities.

Job Description

Controls Technician Apprentice Co-ops will receive on-the-job training in areas such as:

  • Power circuit design
  • Electrical & Machine Safety Standards
  • Electrical Drawing Development
  • PLC Programming (RSLogix & Others)
  • HMI Design (PanelView & Others)
  • Trouble shooting real-world controls issues
  • Instrumentation and Data Collection
  • Networking with varying Fieldbusses
  • Machine/Database Integration

Required Skills and Education

Weare looking for outstanding students with the following qualifications:

  • Pursuing Associates/Technical degree
  • Degree in the following (or similar):
    • Automated Systems Technology
    • Mechatronics
    • Electrical Engineering Technology
  • Ability to work 25 - 30 hrs/week
  • Willing to travel
  • Willing to relocate after the program
  • Willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift in a manufacturing facility after the program

About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) 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, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.

AAM 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. AAM 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 . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per AAM policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that AAM will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

 

Position Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Full Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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