Plant Issue Resolution Engineer - Body & Closure Systems

DeWinter Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group is seeking a Plant Issue Resolution Engineer to lead rapid containment and root-cause analysis for body and closure systems in our Hayward, CA manufacturing facility. You will partner with manufacturing, design, and quality teams to ensure issues are resolved at their source and that builds meet readiness standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering background, 6–8 years in automotive or robotics environments, and a track record of delivering corrective actions in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 6–8 years in automotive OEMs, robotics, aviation or similar hardware systems.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions in manufacturing or product engineering.
• Knowledge of vehicle body systems (doors, latches, actuators, seals, structures).
• Excellent cross-functional communication and ability to work in high-urgency settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead rapid containment and resolution of issues related to body and closure systems.
• Support prototype builds, engineering changes and process improvements.
• Collaborate across manufacturing, design and quality to drive root cause fixes.
• Ensure builds meet readiness standards and quality targets.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Containment Strategies

Corrective Actions

Cross-Functional Communication

High Urgency Environment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3DX (Dassault)

DELMIA

SQL

Python

Data Visualization

Job description

Join Our Team as a Plant Issue Resolution Engineer - Body & Closure Systems

Are you a dynamic engineer with a passion for quality assurance and problem-solving in complex manufacturing environments? We are seeking a highly skilled Plant Issue Resolution Engineer to drive excellence in the production of autonomous vehicles. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact the future of personal transportation by ensuring the highest standards in vehicle build readiness and addressing critical manufacturing issues at their root.

In this pivotal position, you will operate at the intersection of engineering and production, leading rapid containment and resolution of issues related to door systems, latches, actuators, sealing, access panels, glazing, and body structures. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting prototype builds, engineering changes, and process improvements that optimize manufacturability and quality. If you thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional teams and have a technical foundation in vehicle systems, this is your chance to contribute to cutting-edge innovation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 6-8 years of experience in automotive OEMs, robotics, aviation, or similar complex hardware systems
• Proven expertise in root cause analysis, containment strategies, and corrective actions within manufacturing or product engineering
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body systems, including doors, latches, actuators, seals, and structures
• Excellent cross-functional communication and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to operate effectively in a high-urgency environment

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Background in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or electric vehicle systems
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as 3DX (Dassault), DELMIA, SQL, Python, or data visualization platforms

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical discipline
• A minimum of 6 years' experience in manufacturing or engineering roles within automotive or robotics industries

Other Requirements:

• This is an onsite role located in Hayward, CA; requires presence at the manufacturing facility five days a week
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with multiple departments
• Strong technical depth with a focus on quality, problem resolution, and continuous improvement

Drive the future of autonomous mobility by ensuring our vehicles meet the highest standards of quality and performance. If you are innovative, technically skilled, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.