Engineer 3

Nissan Motor Corporation • Farmington Hills, MI

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About The Position

The Engineer 3 conducts vehicle evaluations and development activities for Nissan, Infiniti, and competitor vehicles. The role sets vehicle- and system-level performance targets for assigned vehicle programs and documents test and development work through test reports and meeting minutes. It identifies factors that can improve Nissan product attractiveness and reduce customer dissatisfaction.

The position plans and carries out tests, plant audits, and launch support to assess achievement of full-vehicle performance targets. It leads project development activities and communicates across cross-functional teams. The role also benchmarks competitor performance, specifications, and features to identify opportunities for improvement and cost optimization; reviews survey and media-review data; and conducts customer-facing research to uncover consumer insights. It monitors U.S. automotive market, consumer, and competitor trends and provides actionable insights for global vehicle planning, engineering, and product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Exposure to Siemens-NX, Catia, or other CAD PDM programs.
• Ability to travel within North America and Japan approximately 15–20% as required.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct digital, static, and dynamic evaluations of Nissan, Infiniti, and competitor vehicles.
• Set vehicle- and system-level performance targets for assigned vehicle programs.
• Document test and development activities through test reports and meeting minutes.
• Define factors that can improve Nissan product attractiveness and reduce customer dissatisfaction.
• Plan, schedule, and carry out tests, plant audits, and launch support to assess full-vehicle performance target achievement.
• Lead project development activities and communicate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Benchmark competitive vehicle performance, specifications, and features to identify opportunities for improvement and cost optimization.
• Review internal and external survey data and media reviews to assess customer feedback, product acceptance, and performance.
• Plan, design, and execute customer-facing interviews, surveys, and research to uncover consumer insights and inform vehicle development decisions.
• Monitor U.S. automotive market, consumer, and competitor trends and deliver actionable insights for global vehicle planning, engineering, and product development.

Benefits

• Career growth and continuous learning opportunities, including diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, learning platforms, seminars, and leadership training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, mental health, parental leave, and retirement savings.
• Employee Lease Program discounts on lease vehicles.
• Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level