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Supplier Warranty Engineer#26-36574

$45.91-$60.73 per hour

Normal, IL

Onsite

Job Description

Our client, a Ev Manufacturing company, is looking for a Supplier Warranty Engineer for their Normal, IL location.

Responsibilities:

In collaboration with the Supplier Warranty Program Manager, assume technical responsibility for the Warranty Partnership Program, including continuous improvement initiatives and related supplier recovery initiatives. As a key communication link between warranty parts data analysis, parts return, supplier quality engineering, and the Client supplier base, coordinate and facilitate the smooth functioning of activities related to all technical aspects of the Supplier Warranty Partnership Program including:

Support all technical aspects of the Supplier Warranty Partnership Program

Work hand in hand with Supplier Quality to develop, retrieve, and utilize field data to continually improve our products and reduce warranty costs

Drive continuous improvement through use of the Warranty Supplier Corrective Action Request process (WARSCAR process)

Work closely with data teams to establish data requirements that will ensure supplier warranty concerns are rapidly addressed

Support method to establish Supplier Warranty KPI's for all Client Products and drive organizational awareness and delivery

Conduct ad-hoc analysis and deep dives into specific vehicle technical issues or service center operations as needed

Accurately input and update evidence and data related to supplier warranty partnership agreements, claims, and performance metrics

Generate regular reports using tools such as Hex or Databricks and other analytics to track supplier performance and identify trends

Assist in analyzing data to identify areas for improvement and optimization within the supplier warranty partnership program

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather relevant data and ensure alignment with program objectives

Communicate effectively with suppliers to collect necessary information and address any discrepancies or issues

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technicians, engineers, and customer service representatives to improve supplier warranty data supporting program objectives

Requirements:

Bachelor's in Engineering or similar discipline, Master's Preferred

4 plus years' experience with automotive Supplier Warranty data and Statistical Analysis

Strong statistical and problem-solving capability

Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Hex and exposure to various software/data tools including JIRA and Databricks

Knowledge of AIAG, VDA, APQP and related tools

Demonstrated leadership in driving quality improvements in overall vehicle attribute performance

Ability to manage multiple projects across varying geographic locations simultaneously

Willingness to work in a strong cross-functional environment

Proven technical knowledge and ability to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers