Engineering Systems Support- Temporary/3 Month Assignment

AM General • Auburn Hills, MI

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About The Position

The R&D Engineering role is a short term program designed for a group of students or entry level engineers to support Engineering efforts such as Product Requirements, Safety Assessments, Regulatory Reviews, Bill Of Material (BOM) management (Cost, Weight, Power, Data), and Configuration Management for new and active programs.

Requirements

• Senior undergraduate student, recent graduate (BSME or BSEE), or graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to manufacturing environments and shop floor operations preferred.
• Hands-on experience with fabrication tools, mechanical assembly, or electrical wiring strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) preferred.
• Basic understanding of electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering systems projects from concept through prototype build.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to support product development initiatives.
• Assist with fabrication, assembly, and modification of mechanical and electrical components in a shop floor environment.
• Support electrical wiring, troubleshooting, and basic system integration under engineering supervision.
• Create and revise engineering documentation including drawings, test procedures, work instructions, and technical reports.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support design validation and performance improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and established manufacturing procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level