Engineering Assistant​/Entry-Level Engineering Coordinator

The Engineering Assistant / Entry-Level Engineering Coordinator supports the Engineering team with hands-on Solid Works design, drafting, documentation and project coordination from day one. The right fit for this role is an entry-level engineering or design professional with the skills to start hands-on work immediately and the drive to grow toward an Engineering Coordinator or Engineer role. This is not an observation-only position.

Direct reporting to the Engineering Manager.

• Create and revise Solid Works models, assemblies and drawings with senior engineers.
• Prepare production-ready fabrication drawings, bills of materials and assembly instructions.
• Assist with trade show space plans and booth layouts using Company extrusions and Snap Tube.
• Check drawings for accuracy and compliance with Company standards before release.
• Track project status and deadlines; coordinate requests between Engineering, Sales and Operations.
• Maintain the engineering project database and Solid Works PDM files with version control.
• Support the production floor with drawing questions, test fits and quality checks.
• Follow Company engineering standards, SOPs and shop safety practices; complete Solid Works training.

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, drafting or CAD, or equivalent training.
• 0-2 years of engineering, drafting or manufacturing experience; internships and co-ops count.
• Working knowledge of Solid Works or similar 3D CAD software; able to read engineering drawings.
• Proficiency using MS Office;
  Excel, Word and Outlook. Available to work full time (40 hours/week).

• Eager and willing to learn our Company and our industry.
• Strong attention to detail, organization and time management.
• Clear verbal and written communication; works well independently and on a team.
• Basic problem-solving skills; takes direction well and asks questions when unsure.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working hands-on in a manufacturing environment.

• On-site in Auburn Hills, MI;
  Occasional extended hours.
• High-tempo entrepreneurial environment that rewards results, innovation and team-building.

Pay: $20-25 an hour

$45,000-$55,000 salary