Warranty Engineer; Automotive

Position: Warranty Engineer (Automotive)

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed warranty part analysis and failure investigations for returned field components
• Conduct root cause analysis using engineering methodologies such as 8D, Fishbone, 5 Why, FMEA, and fault tree analysis
• Analyze failed components related to
• Powertrain system
• Transmission and gearbox assemblie
• Axles and driveline system
• HVAC system
• Support disposition activities including teardown analysis, repairability assessment, scrap/rework recommendations, and containment actions
• Collaborate with design engineering, supplier quality, manufacturing, and service teams to drive corrective and preventive actions
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, material specifications, tolerance stack-ups, and validation reports
• Utilize warranty databases and analytics tools to identify trends, recurring failures, and reliability concerns
• Prepare technical reports, failure summaries, and engineering recommendations for leadership and cross-functional teams
• Support supplier discussions and technical reviews for quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement programs focused on warranty reduction and product reliability enhancement
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards and processes including APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, and PFMEA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree: in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• Experience: 5–10 years of experience in automotive warranty analysis, product engineering, quality engineering, or failure analysis
• Understanding: Strong understanding of automotive mechanical systems and fundamental engineering concepts
• Experience: Experience with teardown analysis and component diagnostic
• Knowledge: Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, materials, and reliability engineering
• Ability: Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, engineering specifications, and test report
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Communication: Excellent communication and technical documentation skill
• Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and engineering data analysis platform