Resident Engineer

Auto req ID :  28766

Title :  Resident Engineer

Job Function :  Manufacturing

Location :  PILGRIM

Company :  Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Full or Part-Time :  Full Time

Shift :  SHIFT1

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Our Powertrain Operations facility, located on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI, is where the “jewel” of the motorcycle comes to life. Pilgrim Road employees produce engines and transmissions for the final assembly plant in York, Pennsylvania, as well as transmissions, and replacement parts for sale through Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories business. Join our team as a Resident Engineer and help build the world’s most sought-after motorcycles.

Job Summary

This position is a Resident Engineering position requiring expertise in powertrain components, design, and related manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate is passionate about engines and is customer-focused focused, ensuring that the business needs are being met and upholding our Quality vision of creating “Customers for Life”.

This position reports to Global Product Quality at the Product Development Center but resides at our Pilgrim Road Powertrain Operations in Menomonee Falls.  This position will act as a technical expert and liaison on H-D engine design and function, mentor other parts of the organization, and be considered a vital partner to the quality and manufacturing teams at PTO.

Job Responsibilities

This is what you’ll do :

• Support the day-to-day operations to obtain the production metrics for quality and production rate.
• Provide leadership and guidance on potential product non-conformances related to drawing specifications and product standards.
• Collaborate with our global manufacturing plant engineering teams in Brazil and Thailand to help troubleshoot and resolve issues abroad.
• Help root cause and troubleshoot issues dealing with paint, plating, machining, and assembly as well as supplier related issues with castings, forgings, moldings, and stampings.
• Provide Engineering guidance and resources to support Powertrain Operations and Product Development, as it relates to improving quality and risk mitigation through Engineering Running Changes and Product Deviations.
• Support Current Products Cost Opportunity team, PIER, and New Model Launch teams to implement Running Changes by engaging all affected plant stakeholders through the Running Change Board process.
• Communicate project status, issues, metrics, and recommended plans to cross-functional and executive teams.
• Lead design and development activities for quality and cost improvement projects.
• Capture technical knowledge obtained in problem-solving or quality improvement efforts within Harley-Davidson’s Product Development processes.
• Follow applicable escalation help chains to enable success

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Education Specifications

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an Engineering (Automotive, Mechanical, Industrial, Science) or related field preferred

Experience Requirements

Required

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here .

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports : No

Travel Required : 0 - 10%

Pay Range :  70600 - 105700

Visa Sponsorship : This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Relocation : This position is not eligible for relocation assistance