Powertrain Warranty & Reliability Specialist

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits after 30d

401K plan after 90d

Referral bonus

Job summary

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services is seeking an experienced Powertrain Warranty & Reliability Specialist to support automotive clients. This onsite role focuses on analyzing warranty data, guiding corrective actions, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to deliver high-quality powertrain solutions.

You will lead cross-functional projects, drive issue resolution, and help implement manufacturing quality enablers while working with unionized teams and leveraging data analytics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering/Quality in automotive.
• Creative problem solver with strong teamwork and communication.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading initiatives.
• Ability to analyze data and translate to actionable quality improvements.
• Strong presentation skills for leadership meetings.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate quality analysis reviews with suppliers and internal plants.
• Identify emerging field issues from warranty data and understand failure modes.
• Monitor corrective actions and support Warranty Recovery initiatives.
• Utilize data systems to capture quality spills and ensure clean points.
• Plan and manage multiple projects in a technical/business environment.
• Represent the Voice of the Customer to platform teams.

Skills

Powertrain quality/engineering

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

BS in Engineering or related technical degree

Tools

PRAS+

GIMs

STLA data systems

Quantic/Palantir

Job description

We are recruiting an experienced Powertrain Warranty & Reliability Specialist to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry.

NOTE: Onsite

RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitate quality analysis reviews with Suppliers and/or internal Powertrain Plants Identify new emerging field issues by analyzing warranty returned material and data to understand failure modes and effects Identifying and monitoring the corrective actions of these failures identified through the analysis process while also supporting the Warranty Recovery needs Utilize corporate data reporting systems to capture quality spills and to ensure clean points are in place Plan, prioritize, set goals and manage multiple projects in a technical and business environment Establish partnerships both internally and externally and to influence without direct authority Commitment and dedication in delivering a premier product to the consumer Represent the "Voice of the Customer" to the platform teams Manage part return material activities for their assigned Powertrain Transmission and Driveline area to ensure returned material is utilized to assist with Corporate Quality initiatives and Warranty Recovery Review supplier testing procedures to ensure evaluations of material is accurate Developing and executing standardization of manufacturing quality enablers Manage day-to-day activities of assigned UAW personnel

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering or a related technical degree (Business Technical or dual degree is acceptable I.E.: Major in BA with a minor in Automotive / Technology or Engineering Technology)Minimum of 5 years of Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering/Quality experience in automotive (quality/service/engineering) Creative problem solver, proactive, and steadfast in the identification and resolution of vehicle quality Must have experience in managing cross-functional teams and possess a broad knowledge of the entire automotive engineering, manufacturing and quality landscape and present outstanding teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills Must be high-energy, hands‑on individual with strength of convictions and a self-confident leader who, in part due to his/her personal presence, style and demeanor, effectively sells ideas and solutions to others Must have unquestioned integrity and lead by example Possess strong communication & presentation skills to support meetings at all levels of the company, including senior leadership Contribute or drive team success by clarifying expectation and minimizing political hurdles Demonstrate unwavering commitment to delivering results and champion achievements Exhibit a willingness to do things differently and consistently translate ideas into actions that deliver results Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team environment Self‑motivated and willing to challenge teams on all aspects of quality Ability to collect and synthesize data into meaningful information and communicate clearly to all levels of the organization Self‑directed and team oriented with demonstrated planning/problem solving skills Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. Experience and working knowledge of computer systems and software required Experience within a union environment

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

High Power Point presentation skills Experience with Parts Return Analysis System Plus (PRAS+) Experience with Global Issue Management System (GIMs) Experience within a union environment Working knowledge of STLA data systems Must have good technical and analytical problem solving skills Knowledge of data analytics tools (Quantic/Palantir) Green Belt/Black Belt certification

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$36.68 - $40.68/hour (depending on experience)

Cost-sharing medical & dental benefits after 30 days

401K plan after 90 days

MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates.

MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.