Resident Engineer - Machining

The Resident Engineer will report to the Plant Quality Engineering Manager at the plant. The Resident Engineer will lead reactive machine and design issues and apply advanced problem solving and engineering knowledge to identify risks and create risk mitigation plans to resolve production and quality system deficiencies. The selected candidate will oversee and review project deliverables throughout the project lifecycle ensuring the product meets or exceeds customers' needs and expectations. The successful candidate will be responsible for both block and crank machining departments for 2 Different Engine programs (4 Machine lines).

Specific Roles & Responsibilities:
Become Fluent with TeamCenter for downloading 2D drawings/ 3D Models and evaluating design changes.

Lead teams to identify risks/hazards associated with product designs, processes, applications, applying lessons learned, and assist in the generation of FMEA's and associated Control Plans.

Control plan ownership and maintenanc e

Employ advanced problem-solving expertise to correct unfavorable variances and communicate alternative measures to mitigate engineering, timing and/or financial issues.

Coordinate and schedule all special build (PER) and change notice (CN) requests ensuring manufacturing and quality team buy in as required while minimizing the impact to the plant metrics.

Perform CN / PER risk assessments.

Lead quality and customer safety (QCS) preventive and proactive technical tools for occurrence and release (O&R), quality maintenance (X and QM), and reactive/preventive QA Matrices and read across.

Provide technical direction to employees regarding root cause analysis, issue resolution and establish corrective actions serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the manufacturing facility including supplier quality defects.

Create and maintain repair procedures associated with non-standard, non-closed loop repair processes as required including blue dot rework instructions.

Interpret released engineering designs, specifications, materials and standards to ensure functionality and assess risk and author any deviation for engineering specifications generating temporary substitution approval (TSA).

Develop FAT torques for new model, Torque Audit EBOM checks quarterly and reviewing CMM/ Adcole audit results for conformance to control plan.

Support Corporate Quality objectives/deliverables and communicate customer demands to all groups involved to ensure organizational success.

Provide guidance on engine components which are to be held and laid out for inspection/review in Functional Audit including finalizing severity rankings and assisting with QEWO task completion.

Regularly review Torque Audit data for conformity compliance and trend analysis.

Provide direction on dyno failures, QC containments and adherence to traceability requirements.

Authorize allowable repairs and write procedures including blue dot rework instructions.

Approve SWI and proper EMP use / work for quality control and assurance

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or HS Diploma with relevant work experience

3 or more years of quality, manufacturing, or design/release related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree of higher in Science or Business

Knowledge of Stellantis Production Way( SPW)

Experience with machining operations.

Experience in the design, testing, manufacture or assembly of powertrains and its related components

Process Sign-Off

Dimensional Layout / GD&T

Greenbelt / Blackbelt certification

Language: Bilingual Verbal and written capability for English and Spanish

Ability to lead an Engineering team to deliver product changes and launches on time

Demonstrated ability to coach and teach others

Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions

Ability to communicate details from executive level to plant staff level

Ability to work off shift hours as necessary

Self-motivated and directed

Ability to thrive in a high stress environment and take on many tasks at once

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing programs
18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.