Powertrain Quality Engineer

With a focus on Mobility, Operational Excellence, Value to our Customers and the Electrification of vehicles, you can expect to be part of something exciting. From the sleek design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we offer around the globe, Nissan exemplifies ingenuity in everything we do. Our people are what drive the business forward.

We're currently looking for a Powertrain Quality Engineer to join our team in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This role will be responsible for engineering tasks related to powertrain quality.Perform engineering tasks related to powertrain quality. Will be required to conduct statistical analysis of months in service and durability warranty market complaints. Works with design, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure countermeasures for field quality issues are developed and adopted quickly for ICE and Battery Electric Powertrains. Analyzes customer satisfaction syndicated surveys results, identifies weak points and works with related teams to develop countermeasures.Manages the process for engine phase review meeting. Prepares reports for both internal and external presentations.

Job functions include but are not limited to:

• Perform engineering tasks related to Powertrain quality, including close monitoring of quality performance for warranty (Months in Service and Durability) and customer dissatisfaction for ICE and BEV Powertrains.

• Analyzes market indicators (JD Power IQS and VDS, QCS), identifies opportunities for improvement and works with related teams to develop countermeasures.

• Collaborates with Field Quality Investigation and other related teams (PQE, Mfg, Design, etc) on quick Countermeasure development for issues identified in the market.

• Responsible areas are Electric Powertrain related Systems and ECUs such as Gate Drivers, Inverter, Motor, Battery, DC Converter and Drivetrain components.

• Analyzes quality performance reports, and distributes summarized data to project management teams to fix emerging or chronic issues.

• Organizes and coordinates phase meetings for new developments, reviews documents and manages process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 1-3 years of total engineering experience in the automotive industry, work with quality systems preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

• Basic knowledge of ICE and Electric Powertrain components; engine, transmission, Inverter, Motor, Battery, DC Converter and drivetrain, including main components of the system and basic functions of each component.

• Working knowledge of quality and problem solving tools (FMEA, FTA, Weibull charts, Decision Analysis, etc.), and statistical process control.

• Excellent verbal, written communication and problem solving skills.

• Understanding of automobile electronic, vehicle communication networks such as CAN, LIN, Ethernet etc.

• Understanding of Systems Engineering method and approach.

• Experience in using tools required for vehicle diagnosis and Data Collection such as CAN Tools(CANoe / CANalyzer), oscilloscope, Consult 3+, DRV

• Thorough computer knowledge such as word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications. Strong knowledge of Excel data analysis tools preferred.

• Occasional day or overnight travel to manufacturing plants (Canton, Mississippi, Smyrna and Decherd, Tennessee) may be required.

Welcome to an open lane of possibility. Drive your career forward and join the company leading the technology and business evolution of the automotive industry by applying today.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.

All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility. Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Farmington Hills Michigan United States of America