Powertrain Quality & Reliability Engineer Transmission Systems

Overview / Summary

We are seeking a Powertrain Quality & Reliability Engineer focused on 10-speed and hybrid transmission systems, with an emphasis on warranty analysis, field issue investigation, and root-cause resolution.

This role will support transmission system and component quality improvements while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, calibration, service, and supplier teams. The position requires a hands-on problem solver who can take ownership of product issues and contribute to improvements in cost, quality, reliability, and customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a product development engineer responsible for 10-speed rear-wheel-drive (RWD) propulsion systems and their integration into vehicle spaces.

• Take ownership of transmission system and component warranty issues while working closely with component engineers.

• Evaluate current warranty trends and perform deep dives into field issues.

• Lead root-cause investigations and follow-up activities with assembly plants and service teams.

• Work with component and system design/release engineers, manufacturing plants, calibration teams, service teams, and dealers to resolve product issues.

• Work as part of a team to improve part quality and enhance the customer experience.

• Work with powertrain manufacturing and vehicle assembly plants on manufacturing-related improvement actions.

• Support product and system improvements related to quality, reliability, and warranty performance.

• Travel globally as required and support short-term travel related to manufacturing improvement activities and testing/hardware needs.

• Work onsite in Livonia, Michigan, four days per week or more depending on specific testing and hardware needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

• Experience or knowledge related to transmissions.

• Knowledge of calibration and vehicle data collection.

• Hands-on problem-solving skills and strong root-cause analysis skills.

• Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-starter capabilities.

• Strong communication skills and ability to foster relationships with suppliers.

• A mindset focused on curiosity and continuous improvement.

• Strong desire to learn from and teach others.

• Ability to support global travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Caltools, ATI, or similar tools.

• Experience with electric motor, hybrid, FHEV, or PHEV systems.

• Transmission or powertrain experience.

• Design/release engineering experience.

• Experience with 10-speed and/or hybrid transmission systems.

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