Entry Level Mechanical Designer Jobs in Michigan

At AUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers.

Our dedicated teams proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.

Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement.

Our core value, “We, not I,” reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress.

Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in the performance of daily activities.
• Creates designs for new and/or improved detail parts and assemblies for automotive structural components, frames, and associated components.
• Work with the project team to develop designs that fit the vehicle package and meet or exceed the performance targets specified by the customer promptly.
• Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals, along with identifying key measures to support the departmental goals.
• Designs projects for new and improved designs for automobile structural members, modules, and associated components.
• Supports the design process among engineers with model designs and analysis.
• Works to improve standards and best practices.
• Assures quality compliance in both design and structural characteristics.
• Support weekly program Tech Reviews.
• Participates in the design process, evaluating durability and other features to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Works with team to meet goals and deadlines.
• Pursues optimization of design methods.
• Verify component changes.
• Understands GD&T drawings and can recommend improvements.
• Assist in creating and updating BOM's.
• Maintain the Design open issues log.
• Responsible for adhering to all internal and OSHA-required safety procedures in performing daily work activities.
• Managing meetings, comfortable with contacting suppliers, and working with outside vendors and design houses.

• Two-year college or technical school; or a one to four years related experience and/or training
• Knowledge of design standards in automobile structures and suspension systems.
• CAD, GD&T, and other software understanding.
• AutoDesk Inventor experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with modeling techniques and drawing standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to convey technical details to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and up to 15 paid holidays annually, thanks to our generous holiday and holiday bridge schedule. We also provide a tool allowance for our Skilled Trades Associates.

Our company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for our Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.

Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.