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Senior Energy Engineer

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Michigan, Detroit
May 21, 2026
Job Posting Title Senior Energy Engineer Job Description Summary Dauch Corporation has an opening for a Senior Energy Engineer at the World Headquarters facility in Detroit, Michigan. The candidate will be responsible for tracking energy consumption, performance and cost regularly for all Dauch facilities through monthly logging and review of utility invoices for unit cost, power factor charge, late fees, accurate rate structure, peak and non-peak demand. Running monthly regression models to compare predicted consumption versus actual and identifying Energy efficiency opportunities. Job Description: Handling utility and energy usage tracking; evaluating and benchmarking the facilities' energy performance based on metered energy usage and production data. Developing and implementing energy projects which reduce consumption of energy to goals in a manufacturing environment. Performing energy audits to identify energy efficiency measures, which cover various energy systems, including lighting, compressed air, and HVAC. Utilizing energy software and developing spreadsheet to perform energy efficiency calculations with pay back analysis and wring technical reports. Implementing energy efficiency projects to reduce energy consumption. Reviewing and recommending new technologies and products that would positively impact plant energy consumption. Developing estimates and written descriptions of energy conversation measures in support of proposals and technical audits. Review measurement and verification (M&V) of all energy projects to include lighting, HVAC, heat treat and compressed air. Develop regression models to predict future and expected energy consumption based on sales and weather data using energy explorer. Evaluating plant processes for optimum energy efficiency through energy monitoring systems and other statistical methods, including evaluation of utility bills and manual meter reading. Performing energy audits to identify areas in need of improvement. Analyzing data from internal and external energy reports. Complying with special projects and assignments as required. Proficient in Power monitoring system (Schneider Electric), responsible for programming and setting up new power monitors. Assist in maintaining and achieving ISO 50001 certification. Required Skills and Education Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis courses in energy engineering or related degree field. Master's Degree preferred. 5 years experience performing ASHARE level II energy audit. Advanced knowledge of MS-Excel functions, including macros, VBA, conditional formatting, dynamic charts, etc. Proficient in MS-Office Suite Willing to travel to all Dauch corporation sites when required Preferred: LEED green associate certification and have completed coursework or have experience background with energy efficient projects, assessment for industrial facilities. About Dauch: Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more. Dauch 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. Dauch 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. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.