What are the responsibilities and job description for the Powertrain Calibration Project Lead position at Actalent?
Description
• Run the emission test, evaluate the data for failures, help the product get to production
• On-Board Diagnostics- Perform vehicle level testing on road and in lab
• Support HTIS (High Time in Service) Quality Projects using DFSS and 8D processes to support Ford’s aggressive timelines regarding warranty spend and failure rate reduction targets
• Support high warranty spend/failure rate subsystems focusing on design related issues or supplier quality or manufacturing defect related issues.
• Support in Analyzing warranty data/trends and part returns to identify root causes.
• Identify and verify root causes and implement corrective actions (ICA/PCA) and prevent recurrence.
• Design, execute or coordinate analytical and physical testing from component bench level to full powertrain/vehicle testing to identify root cause, replicate quality issues and validate fixes
• Present to management project status and results, interface regularly with quality and core engineers
• Develop relationships with dealerships and fleets to resolve quality issues quickly related to warranty and repairs.
• Understand different types of repairs and setting up work plans, following-up and aggressively move to reduce timelines to fix issues
• Lead/attend team meetings.
• Document lessons learned for knowledge preservation.
• Proactively follow-through responsible activities along with required documentation to meet the milestones and deliverables.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Demonstrated automotive experience with detail-oriented focus in Powertrain engineering, warranty and manufacturing
• Has experience working with warranty issues, failure model analysis
• Worked in resolving customer concerns in a timely manner.
• Experience working in quality improvement projects using DFSS, 8D, or other Six Sigma processes to support aggressive timelines
• Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for presentations and project tracking activities
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a relevant discipline
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $44.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Livonia,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $32 - $45
