Plant Vehicle Team (PVT) Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced PVT Engineer specializing in Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS/Wiring) to support vehicle quality, manufacturing operations, and product engineering activities at an automotive assembly plant.

The successful candidate will serve as the first line of defense for vehicle quality, providing hands-on engineering support to resolve electrical wiring issues, improve manufacturing quality, address warranty concerns, and support vehicle launches. This role requires strong automotive engineering knowledge, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site engineering support to the assembly plant, addressing Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS/Wiring) issues related to warranty, First Time Through (FTT), ergonomics, Stop Ships/Stop Builds, quality campaigns, and product audits.
• Perform daily warranty claim triage and analysis using IRIS and SIMPSN systems.
• Analyze warranty data, connected vehicle data, End-of-Line (EOL), and Quality Leadership System (QLS) metrics to identify emerging product issues.
• Lead cross-functional root cause analysis and implement Interim Containment Actions (ICA) and Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA).
• Prepare and present problem-solving documentation, including 8D, A3, 5 Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Present technical findings and project updates during Functional Quality Reviews (FQR), Director Quality Reviews (DQR), and Vehicle Quality Reviews (VQR).
• Lead the Variability Reduction Team (VRT) for assigned FH subsystems, collaborating with Manufacturing, Product Development, and Site Technical Assistance teams.
• Perform complex vehicle diagnostics and resolve electrical issues identified during in-plant testing and final inspections.
• Manage minor product launches and support new model launches, vehicle pre-builds, and system implementations.
• Initiate and manage Worldwide Engineering Release System (WERS) Concerns (CR) and Alerts related to design changes.
• Support plant trials, Plant Change implementation meetings, quality improvement initiatives, cost reductions, and supplier-driven improvements.
• Collaborate with sister assembly plants to identify common issues and implement consistent containment and corrective actions.
• Drive design commonality and the adoption of engineering best practices across vehicle programs and assembly plants.
• Maintain effective communication with plant leadership, supervisors, peers, and cross-functional engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Product Development, Quality, Program, or Manufacturing Engineering within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge and experience with Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS), automotive wiring, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting automotive manufacturing or assembly plant operations.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive engineering problem resolution.
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with circuit design and manufacturing engineering.
• Strong knowledge of structured problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, A3, 5 Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Experience with automotive quality improvement initiatives and product launch support.

Additional Information

• This is a fully onsite position requiring five days per week at the Ohio Assembly Plant.
• The selected candidate will work as a PVT Engineer with primary responsibility for Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS/Wiring).
• RASP and HAZCOM training are not required for this position.
• Candidates must be comfortable working directly with manufacturing, quality, and product development teams in an automotive assembly plant environment.

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.

Company Description

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.