Sr. Vehicle Reliability Engineer

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Torrance
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Czinger Vehicles is redefining the future of automotive design and manufacturing. Founded in 2019, we're pioneering a new era of performance vehicles through revolutionary, proprietary technology that blends human-AI design with sustainable manufacturing. Our flagship 21C hypercar, celebrated as the world's fastest production vehicle and for its record-setting runs at Goodwood Hill Climb, Circuit of the Americas, and Laguna Seca, showcases the innovation behind over 550 patents in AI-driven generative design, materials, and additive manufacturing. With our three core pillars of dominating performance, iconic design, and revolutionary technology, Czinger is at the intersection of deep technology, consumer products, and high-performance branding. We invite you to join our world-class talent in shaping the future of the automotive industry. Here, you'll be part of a groundbreaking journey that pushes the limits of performance, design, technology, and sustainability.PurposeAt Czinger Vehicles, we are at the forefront of automotive innovation, utilizing advanced manufacturing technologies to create high-performance, sustainable vehicles. We are seeking a Senior Vehicle Reliability Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance, safety, reliability, and durability throughout their lifecycle.You will identify and resolve critical issues and risks, applying innovative solutions to improve our products. Your scope will span multiple vehicle systems and the product lifecycle, enabling knowledge transfer across teams and programs, and ensuring seamless integration of vehicle systems. You will collaborate closely with design, validation, manufacturing, supply chain, program management, and customer-facing teams for rapid and effective problem-solving. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive excellence in our operations and significantly enhance the customer experience.The Role

• Identify, analyze, and resolve issues and risks impacting vehicle performance, safety, certification, production, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop deep understanding of vehicle systems including but not limited to powertrain, chassis, steering, suspension, brakes, body systems, electronics, and software.
• Lead root cause analysis of complex issues and develop/implement containment, risk management, and corrective actions.
• Highlight risks to development and production timelines and contribute to decision-making and prioritization through reporting on issues and reliability indicators.
• Operate cross-functionally to develop and strengthen system integration and feedback loops between internal teams and customers.
• Champion initiatives to improve integrated system designs and validation methods.
• Partner with design and validation teams to improve robustness of vehicle validation and certification efforts, leveraging data to inform these inputs.
• Partner with aftermarket and customer-facing teams to track and feed back field performance data and warranty claims to internal teams.
• Develop Lean processes for effective issue and risk management.
• Support development of cutting-edge problem prevention and resolution processes and systems.
• Help develop internal specifications for quality assurance and issues and risk management, including quality and problem resolution targets.
• Mentorship and guide others on design and build reliability best practices.Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline.
  • 6+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, reliability, validation, or quality engineering.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills. Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Preferred Qualifications
    • 4+ years of experience launching new vehicles or similarly complex products from concept to production.
    • Experience solving complex, inter-disciplinary problems in development or production.
    • Familiarity with automotive or similar hardware/software systems.
    • Master's degree in an engineering or science discipline.
    • Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Black Belt is a plus).
    • Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly 3D printing.
    • Familiarity with NX/Teamcenter or similar CAD/design platforms.
    • Familiarity with industry regulations, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other relevant quality standards.
    • Familiarity with SQL, Jira and other data gathering tools.
    • Office and manufacturing floor environment.
    • Occasional travel to supplier sites, testing events, and other company facilities as required.Pay Range$122,400 - $153,000 USDWhat We Offer:
      • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
      • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
      • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
      • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
      • Inclusive and Collaborative Environment: Join our inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, embracing diversity, and fostering innovation to reduce our footprint by integrating people and technology.CZV, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our positions adhere to all statutory and regulatory requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.Apply for this job* indicates a required field
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