Senior Reactive Black Belt Engineer - Powertrain Warranty

Magna International•Troy, MI

About The Position

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain. The Senior Reactive Black Belt Engineer is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving high-priority field failures within the Powertrain division (Engine, Transmission, and Driveline). Utilizing Six Sigma Black Belt methodologies, this role acts as the "first responder" to warranty spikes, translating complex field data into actionable engineering solutions. You will lead cross-functional "Red X" style investigations to determine root causes and implement permanent corrective actions to reduce Warranty CPV (Claims Per Vehicle).

Requirements

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification: Shainin RedX, Mastery of Minitab or equivalent statistical software.
Powertrain Expertise: Deep understanding of internal combustion engines & transmission logic
Quality Methodologies: Expert-level knowledge of PFMEA/DFMEA, APQP, and Shainin Red X problem-solving techniques.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field.
7+ years of experience in automotive quality, specifically within a reactive or fast-response environment.
Urgency & Decisiveness: Ability to remain calm and analytical during high-stakes product "firefights."
Communication: Capable of translating highly technical Weibull data into clear executive summaries for leadership.
Mechanical Intuition: A "hands-on" engineer who isn't afraid to go to the teardown lab to inspect a failed long-block or gearset personally.
Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
Follow safety rules.
Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

Root Cause Investigation: Lead deep-dive technical investigations into complex powertrain failures using DMAIC and 8D frameworks.
Statistical Data Analysis: Perform advanced reliability analysis including Weibull modeling, trend analysis, and failure rate predictions to quantify the magnitude of field issues.
Warranty Management: Monitor global warranty databases to identify emerging trends before they reach critical thresholds.
Technical Leadership: Chair the Corrective Action Board (CAB) for powertrain issues, Coordinating between Plant Quality, Design Engineering, and Tier 1 Suppliers.
Testing & Validation: Oversee Design Review Based on Test Results (DRBTR) and hardware-in-the-loop testing to replicate field failures in a controlled environment.
Supplier Engagement: Drive accountability with external suppliers when components fail to meet durability standards, ensuring APQP and PPAP compliance for replacement parts.

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