System Analysis Technican

Samsung SDI America Inc•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

The Failure Analysis Technician is responsible for complete teardown analysis and testing according to written instructions and test procedures. This position requires the candidate to have the ability to understand part functionality and be able to identify the root cause of the failure. The candidate must be a high-energy, hands-on individual with experience in working cross-functionally and possess a broad knowledge of the entire automotive engineering, manufacturing, and quality landscape.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Experience working with electronics and high voltage systems
Experience working with general electronic analysis tools
Proven ability to work in teams and to work cross-functionally
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong quantitative and qualitative capabilities
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Understanding of disciplined root cause analysis procedures (ex 8D, 5Y, Fishbone).
Independent, systematic and process-oriented work, high operational readiness and sense of responsibility
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills for potentially working with customer representatives

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering Technology or related field preferred
3+ years of experience and/or training in an Automotive Manufacturing, Electronics, Battery Technology or a related field
Experience with automotive battery systems or hybrid vehicles
Experience in teardown analysis and root cause investigation.
Experience with CANalyzer and Canape
Prior knowledge or experience with manufacturing or OEM warranty procedures
Hands on service experience in High voltage batteries and test systems

Responsibilities

Perform analysis and tear down of high voltage battery systems
Perform external diagnostic inspection and data logging checklist prior to tear down
Set up and operate test equipment on warranty returned components for level one functionality performance and other operating characteristics per the customer complaint
Tear down and root cause analysis and documentation (8D, tear down report, etc.) of product failures from the field
Work with System Analysis Engineers to develop & improve product tear down and analysis work instructions and procedures
Support development of battery diagnosis and service procedures to be performed in the field
Communicate with customer service departments to evaluate in field failures, data recording and warranty returns when necessary
Data collection and analysis of test/vehicle data to assist in the evaluation of battery performance metrics or determine root cause of malfunctioning vehicle/battery.
Catalog and storage of tear down material
Upkeep of warranty analysis and rework area
Perform other duties as necessary