JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.  

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Benefits:

The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.

• Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage

• Employer HSA contribution

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance

• 401K with generous Company match & contribution

• Accrued Paid Time Off

• 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday

• Robust employee wellness program

• Tuition assistance program

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role:

The Operations Engineering Rotational Program will provide an entry-level engineer with key experiences and exposure to the Allison Transmission, Inc. manufacturing engineering function. This entry-level position will rotate through 5 of the 7 key areas of operations engineering, for up to 4 years. Each rotational assignment may be 6 to 12 months in length but could vary based on individual situations or organizational needs.  

Rotational assignments may include but are not limited to Floor Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Quality Engineer, Production Supervision, Maintenance Supervision, Factory Controls Engineering, Product Engineering and Core Manufacturing Engineering (ME). The order of these rotations may vary based on departmental availability or timing of your placement.  

As a Rotational Engineer, you will be provided with key learning objectives during each rotation and a manager to provide you with developmental feedback. Upon successful completion of the Rotational Assignment Program, you will be placed in a manufacturing engineering department based on your interests and the organizational needs. 

Key Responsibilities:

·       Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of production equipment. 

·       Work is of a technical nature where decisions are made within general practices and procedures, where supervision is available to handle unusual situations. 

·       Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes. 

·       Study product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment. 

·       Apply knowledge of product design fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials. 

·       Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes. 

·       Occasional instruction, training, and assignment of work to a small group of employees. 

·       Analyze process elements for improved manufacturing capability. 

·       Analyze equipment deficiencies for manufacturing improvements. 

·       Provide technical support for specific plant operations. 

·       Provide technical assistance for maintenance in area. 

·       Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function. 

·       Implements and actively supports the plant and corporate safety policies and initiatives 

Key Performance Measures:

Rotation specific SMART Goals & Objectives designed to complement the Rotational Engineers learnings for their current assignment.  

Competencies and Behaviors:

·       Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.

·       Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately.

·       Improve the way the world works.  We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve.

·       Leveraging the power of teamwork.  We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal. 

·       High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems. 

·       Effective oral and written communication skills. 

·       Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing process, and manufacturing equipment required. 

·       High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. 

·       Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

Actively participating in a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering field.

Experience:

Required 

·       0 years’ professional experience  

·       At least one summer / semester of Engineering internship  

Preferred 

·       Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs. 

·       Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation. 

·       Experience in part processing using various grinding, turning, machining center equipment. 

·       CNC programming experience with a thorough knowledge of machine control systems. 

·       Project management experience with regard to machine procurement, cost analysis, and process validation. 

·       Direct manufacturing experience with at least one of the following component groups:  rotating and reciprocating components, gears, and/or prismatic parts.

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected].

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.