The Durability Engineer serves as the voice of the customer and is responsible for vehicle durability testing to ensure that all potential customer issues are identified, reported, and resolved prior to product launch.
Job responsibilities include:
- Responsible for supporting vehicle durability testing - providing initial RCA for technical vehicle issues
- Triage of CEL's and DTC's to root cause issue, identify contributors such as wiring, hardware or software, provide vehicle scan report of vehicle software level, and timestamp of incident for data review through Aptiv data logger
- Update vehicles with latest software as new releases are available
- Review of driver comments to identify issues and initiate root cause analysis of issue
- Daily/weekly inspection of vehicles to identify component deterioration and potential failures
- Assessment of component failures, documenting issue, condition of surrounding parts, potential sequence of events leading to failure
- Document issues in PGTIS (Engineering Notes), share findings at weekly pending issues meeting, provide photos, torque data, component test cycles/mileage, severity of issue, and request for replacement parts
- Upgrade components, documenting installation time, guidance on installation process through clear and detailed work orders, and review prior to returning to test
- Assist with analysis of all vehicle data
- Conduct hands-on vehicle evaluations throughout the test
- Report and document vehicle issues and observations
- Ensure compliance with common business practices
- Present identified vehicle issues to senior leadership, release engineers, and management
- 100% on site at Chelsea Proving Grounds
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering or related degree
- Minimum of 3 years of auto industry experience, or related experience
- Strong understanding of automotive/vehicle fundamentals - specifically in electrical and powertrain
- High level of problem solving and analytical skills
- Should possess strong knowledge of corporate systems - Vector tools, Dealer Connect, CDA
- Proficient in Microsoft - Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated and directed
- Effective presentation/public speaking skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficient in utilizing vehicle diagnostic tools to assist in root cause analysis
- Strong knowledge in Can, Can FD, Ethernet and Lin protocol
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.