Warranty Analysis Engineer – HVAC & Engine Systems

SARACA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SARACA is seeking experienced Warranty Analysis Engineers for HVAC & Engine Systems in Auburn Hills, MI. You will investigate warranty claims, analyze returned components, and identify root causes to drive corrective actions that improve reliability and reduce warranty costs.

The role requires hands-on expertise with automotive HVAC systems and a solid foundation in engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience in automotive warranty analysis or failure analysis.
• Strong understanding of automotive mechanical systems.
• Hands-on teardown, diagnostics and failure investigation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and reliability engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specs and test reports.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root-cause skills.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and engineering data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed warranty analysis and failure investigations on returned automotive components.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagrams, FMEA, and Fault Tree Analysis.
• Analyze failed HVAC and related automotive mechanical components to identify failure modes and contributing factors.
• Perform component teardown, diagnostics, repairability assessments, and disposition recommendations, including repair, rework, or scrap.
• Collaborate with design engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing, and service teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Review engineering drawings, GD&T, material specifications, tolerance stack-ups, and validation reports.
• Analyze warranty data to identify recurring failures, reliability issues, and opportunities for product improvement.
• Prepare technical reports, failure summaries, and engineering recommendations for cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Participate in supplier quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support automotive quality processes, including APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, and PFMEA.

Skills

Warranty analysis

Root cause analysis

8D method

5 Why

Fishbone diagrams

FMEA

PFMEA

Component teardown

HVAC systems

Engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Engineering data analysis tools

GD&T tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Warranty Analysis Engineer – HVAC & Engine Systems

Location: Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)

Experience: 5–10 Years

Start Date: Immediate Availability

Background Check: Mandatory

Number of Openings: 4

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced and detail-oriented Warranty Analysis Engineers with a strong background in automotive engineering, mechanical systems, and failure analysis. The ideal candidates will be responsible for investigating warranty claims, analyzing returned components, identifying root causes of failures, and supporting corrective actions to improve product reliability and reduce warranty costs.

Candidates should have hands‑on experience with automotive systems, particularly HVAC and related mechanical components, along with a solid understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and automotive quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed warranty analysis and failure investigations on returned automotive components.
• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagrams, FMEA, and Fault Tree Analysis.
• Analyze failed HVAC and related automotive mechanical components to identify failure modes and contributing factors.
• Perform component teardown, diagnostics, repairability assessments, and disposition recommendations, including repair, rework, or scrap.
• Collaborate with design engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing, and service teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Review engineering drawings, GD&T, material specifications, tolerance stack-ups, and validation reports.
• Analyze warranty data to identify recurring failures, reliability issues, and opportunities for product improvement.
• Prepare technical reports, failure summaries, and engineering recommendations for cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Participate in supplier quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support automotive quality processes, including APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, and PFMEA.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5–10 years of experience in automotive warranty analysis, product engineering, quality engineering, or failure analysis.
• Strong understanding of automotive mechanical systems and fundamental engineering principles.
• Hands‑on experience with component teardown, diagnostics, and failure investigation.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, materials, and reliability engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, technical specifications, and test reports.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with automotive OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers.
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics, field data analysis, and warranty management systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Exposure to hybrid and electric vehicle powertrain systems.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be an automotive or mechanical engineer with 5–10 years of experience in warranty analysis, quality engineering, or component failure investigation. Candidates with hands‑on HVAC system analysis, component teardown, root cause analysis, and corrective action experience will be preferred.