Senior STA Problem Solving Engineer

Solve the Toughest Problems-Before They Become Headlines

A globally recognized automotive innovator known for engineering excellence and manufacturing scale is seeking a Senior STA Problem Solving Engineer (Six Sigma Focus) to lead complex issue resolution across manufacturing and supplier operations. This highly visible role is ideal for an analytical engineer who thrives on data, collaboration, and driving systemic improvements from root cause to resolution.

Hours & Pay

• Pay Rate: $46.06 per hour
• Schedule: Project-driven role with frequent supplier engagement; travel up to 70% as required

Benefits

This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), AD&D insurance, commuter and parking accounts, employee discounts, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Additional offerings are available to support long-term career growth and personal well-being.

What You'll Do

• Lead knowledge development in structured problem solving across STA teams
• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical coaching and hands-on support for critical projects
• Train and mentor engineers in strategic problem-solving methods and quality tools
• Drive use of triage scripts and support advanced-stage disputes with objective, data-backed analysis
• Provide cradle-to-grave support for vehicle health and supplier quality issues
• Apply engineering fundamentals to diagnose failures, including stress analysis, fluid flow, thermal behavior, material properties, and electrical systems
• Conduct reliability engineering using Weibull and other statistical distributions to assess failure modes
• Leverage warranty systems and manufacturing databases to identify trends and prioritize high-impact issues
• Apply Six Sigma methodologies such as DOE, hypothesis testing, regression, MSA, and process capability analysis
• Use root cause techniques, including 3x5 Why, to implement systemic and sustainable improvements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background
• Minimum 2 years of plant manufacturing experience
• Strong problem-solving expertise; Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
• Proficiency with quality tools, APQP, PPAP, and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Experience with data analysis tools, including Minitab
• Ability to develop and present concise, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership
• Strong communication and team-building skills across cross-functional and global teams
• Knowledge of vehicle or powertrain components, manufacturing processes, and quality systems
• Fluency in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to supplier sites (up to 70%)

Ready to Lead the Fix, Not Just Find the Fault?

If you're driven by data, energized by complex challenges, and motivated to make a measurable impact on product quality and manufacturing performance, this role is built for you. Click Apply Now to take the next step in your engineering career.

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