Sustaining Engineer - Chassis Systems

manpowe; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Business Travel Insurance

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Manpower in Foster City, CA is seeking a Sustaining Engineer - Chassis Systems to support the Vehicle Maintenance and Reliability teams. This onsite role focuses on root cause analysis, corrective actions, and fleet-wide implementation across steering, suspension, and brake systems.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (MS preferred) and 6–8 years in chassis-related environments, with strong problem-solving and documentation skills to thrive in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience with root cause analysis, DFMEA, and product and process validation.
• Strong communication and documentation skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own sustaining engineering and corrective action development for chassis systems across the in-service fleet and vehicles in current production, from root cause confirmation through fleet-wide implementation
• Drive end-to-end resolution of field and manufacturing issues across Steering, Suspension, and Brake systems
• Apply fleet and production data including MTBF, repeat failure rates, and downtime drivers to prioritize work, validate solutions, and drive continuous improvement
• Lead and drive design updates and system improvements, ensuring robust performance, durability, efficiency, and serviceability in both fleet and production environments
• Author and manage Engineering Change Requests and Change Actions, and develop and execute validation plans at component, system, and vehicle levels

Skills

Root cause analysis

DFMEA

Cross-functional communication

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

MS preferred

Job description

Foster City, CA 94404

Our client, a leader in innovative transportation solutions, is seeking a Sustaining Engineer - Chassis Systems to join their team. As a Sustaining Engineer - Chassis Systems, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting the Vehicle Maintenance and Reliability teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Sustaining Engineer - Chassis Systems

Location: Foster City (Lincoln Centre) - fully onsite

Pay Range: $83

What's the Job?

• Own sustaining engineering and corrective action development for chassis systems across the in-service fleet and vehicles in current production, from root cause confirmation through fleet-wide implementation
• Drive end-to-end resolution of field and manufacturing issues across Steering, Suspension, and Brake systems
• Apply fleet and production data including MTBF, repeat failure rates, and downtime drivers to prioritize work, validate solutions, and drive continuous improvement
• Lead and drive design updates and system improvements, ensuring robust performance, durability, efficiency, and serviceability in both fleet and production environments
• Author and manage Engineering Change Requests and Change Actions, and develop and execute validation plans at component, system, and vehicle levels

What's Needed?

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline (MS preferred)
• 6-8 years of experience in chassis related systems within a product development, manufacturing, or sustaining environment
• Demonstrated ability to deliver subsystem level corrective actions that improve reliability, durability, manufacturability, or serviceability in production vehicles
• Experience with root cause analysis, DFMEA, and product and process validation
• Strong communication and documentation skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology
• Collaborate with a passionate and innovative team
• Engage in meaningful projects that impact the future of transportation
• Develop your skills in a dynamic environment
• Contribute to a company committed to safety, reliability, and sustainability

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• Weekly Pay