Senior Problem-Solving Engineer | Master Black Belt

Slate Auto; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 123,339 - 185,009; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Equity program

Annual incentive

Job summary

Slate Auto in Michigan seeks an experienced Problem Solver with a Six Sigma Black Belt to lead cross-functional teams and drive robust, quality-focused solutions in design and manufacturing. You will prevent problems, root-cause issues, and guide engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing toward high-performance products.

The role requires 10–15+ years in automotive engineering or product quality, with deep technical knowledge of vehicle design and manufacturing, plus a track record of on-time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/Vehicle or related).
• Black Belt or Master Black Belt in Six Sigma (IDDOV/DMAIC) preferred.
• 10–15+ years in automotive engineering or product quality as a Problem Solver.
• Deep knowledge of product/vehicle design, development, and manufacturing.
• Experience launching programs on time with quality metrics.
• Familiar with NHTSA FMVSS and CAE methods for safety, NVH, durability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach teams in structured problem solving (DMAIC, DFSS, RedX).
• Run workshops with cross-functional teams for root cause / solution development.
• Influence outcomes using data and people skills.
• Capture lessons learned in DFMEAs and DVPs.
• Define and improve processes to eliminate waste (Lean).
• Identify risks and develop robust solutions; apply AI to solve problems.
• Define quality requirements and oversee maturity of quality functions.
• Teach and mentor team members; promote continuous learning.

Skills

Six Sigma Black Belt

Structured Problem Solving

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decisions

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

Slate Auto in Michigan seeks an experienced Problem Solver with a Six Sigma Black Belt to lead cross-functional teams and drive robust, quality-focused solutions in design and manufacturing. You will prevent problems, root-cause issues, and guide engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing toward high-performance products.

The role requires 10–15+ years in automotive engineering or product quality, with deep technical knowledge of vehicle design and manufacturing, plus a track record of on-time