What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Investigator - Fire position at FCA?
Come join our Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance team where we are committed to doing what's best for our customers. Be part of a team filled with bright, resourceful, and determined employees who play a vital role in regulatory development, certification and compliance activities. We are looking for a Product Investigator to join our Safety Compliance and Product Analysis team. These critically important positions are primarily responsible for conducting comprehensive technical investigations related to vehicle safety and compliance.
The Product Investigator will guide the organization through the defect determination process for field issues and will present findings/recommendations to senior management for a decision. In this role, the Product Investigator will learn about the safety-related performance expectations for our products and will learn how those expectations affect our product designs, manufacturing, and supplier quality processes. The issues being studied will challenge and develop the investigator's abilities to distill data, draw conclusions and recommend actions. The safety compliance and product analysis team is a collaborative group which works with many different functional groups across all disciplines, reporting levels, and regions to effectively manage and lead all product investigations to determine root cause and related information. We're looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, deliver as a way of life, and are inspired to make a positive impact. Team members are expected to establish effective working relationships, founded on trust and transparency, with our internal and external partners. Sound judgment, excellent communication skills and the ability to drive decisions through consensus and influence change are a must.
Day to day job responsibilities include but not limited to:
Monitor fire event field inputs for conditions that may require an investigation
Coordinate the investigation of fire related field inputs that may be fire related
Coordinate/ participate in fire investigations involving multiple private sector agencies
Facilitate cross-functional teams to objectively determine the cause of fire related field inputs that may be product related
20% travel for inspections
Working with internal teams (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, quality, service, and legal) to gather critical data as part of the investigation
Leading interactions with internal and external teams to find the root cause and determine corrective action plans
Accessing a variety of advanced ('big data') tools and receive training in advanced data analysis
Searching and analyzing field data from corporate databases to support investigative work
Preparing documents, reports, presentations, and demonstrations for discussions with management and/or governmental agencies
Maintaining thorough and complete records on an internal database
Obtaining components and technical information from subject matter experts necessary to support analysis
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or another related technical field from an ABET accredited university. Other degrees and educational credentials, in combination with relevant engineering experience, may also be considered
Fire investigation certifications (e.g. NAFI, IAAI)
5 years of related work experience in fire investigation, automotive electrical, chassis, powertrain system or related fields
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse cross functional teams
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to critical deadlines
Self-starter with the ability to adjust and adapt to changing inputs within an investigation
Effective oral and written communication skills
Advanced problem solving and root cause analysis skills
EOE / Disability / Veteran
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
The Product Investigator will guide the organization through the defect determination process for field issues and will present findings/recommendations to senior management for a decision. In this role, the Product Investigator will learn about the safety-related performance expectations for our products and will learn how those expectations affect our product designs, manufacturing, and supplier quality processes. The issues being studied will challenge and develop the investigator's abilities to distill data, draw conclusions and recommend actions. The safety compliance and product analysis team is a collaborative group which works with many different functional groups across all disciplines, reporting levels, and regions to effectively manage and lead all product investigations to determine root cause and related information. We're looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, deliver as a way of life, and are inspired to make a positive impact. Team members are expected to establish effective working relationships, founded on trust and transparency, with our internal and external partners. Sound judgment, excellent communication skills and the ability to drive decisions through consensus and influence change are a must.
Day to day job responsibilities include but not limited to:
Monitor fire event field inputs for conditions that may require an investigation
Coordinate the investigation of fire related field inputs that may be fire related
Coordinate/ participate in fire investigations involving multiple private sector agencies
Facilitate cross-functional teams to objectively determine the cause of fire related field inputs that may be product related
20% travel for inspections
Working with internal teams (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, quality, service, and legal) to gather critical data as part of the investigation
Leading interactions with internal and external teams to find the root cause and determine corrective action plans
Accessing a variety of advanced ('big data') tools and receive training in advanced data analysis
Searching and analyzing field data from corporate databases to support investigative work
Preparing documents, reports, presentations, and demonstrations for discussions with management and/or governmental agencies
Maintaining thorough and complete records on an internal database
Obtaining components and technical information from subject matter experts necessary to support analysis
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or another related technical field from an ABET accredited university. Other degrees and educational credentials, in combination with relevant engineering experience, may also be considered
Fire investigation certifications (e.g. NAFI, IAAI)
5 years of related work experience in fire investigation, automotive electrical, chassis, powertrain system or related fields
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse cross functional teams
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to critical deadlines
Self-starter with the ability to adjust and adapt to changing inputs within an investigation
Effective oral and written communication skills
Advanced problem solving and root cause analysis skills
EOE / Disability / Veteran
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
