Resident Engineer - Motorcycle Manufacturing and Quality

Resident Engineer

Auto req ID: 47359 
Title: Resident Engineer 
Job Function: Continuous Improvement and Quality 
Location: GURGAON  
Additional Location:   
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 

 

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

 

Our International Markets are focused on creating an inclusive and expanding rider community that appeals to new and existing riders. We strive to deliver an H-D experience with an unequivocal customer focus. 

 

From the UK to Singapore and many places in between, our employees are essential to our success. Our efforts are concentrated on the highest priority markets, primarily North America, Europe and parts of Asia Pacific. We have concentrated our resources in-market for maximum impact in line with our future strategy. Our regional offices and in-market teams have the freedom within a clearly defined framework to make decisions to drive their business. In-market teams are agile and equipped to understand consumer needs, provide focused attention to dealers, and respond more quickly to local market conditions. 

Job Summary

This position is an Engineering level position requiring expertise in motorcycle systems, components, and related manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate is passionate about motorcycling and is customer focused ensuring that the business needs are being met and upholding our quality vision of creating “Customer for Life”.

This position reports to Manager Supplier Quality – India Region but will be resident at our proposed Manufacturer Assembly plants within India. In this position, you will act as a technical expert and liaison for PDC engineering as a vital partner to the quality and manufacturing teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide Engineering guidance and resources to support Vehicle assembly operations and Product Development, as it relates to improving quality and risk mitigation of production motorcycles through Engineering Changes and Product Deviations.
• Communicate project status, issues, metrics and recommended plans to cross-functional and executive teams.
• Collaborate with our global assembly plant engineering teams in Brazil and Thailand to help troubleshoot issues abroad.
• Help root cause and troubleshoot issues dealing with paint, fabrication, and assembly as well as supplier related issues related to castings, stampings, paints, finishes, and more.
• Direct design and development of quality and cost improvement activities. This includes externally brokered as well as internally supported design, developing and testing.
• Capture technical knowledge obtained in problem solving or quality improvement efforts within Harley-Davidson’s Product Development processes.
• Follow applicable escalation help chains for quick identification and resolution of quality concerns
• Support iPPAP and PPAP process and requests for product deviation requests to ensure engineering specifications are being maintained.
• Support the implementation of running change projects.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required

Education Specifications

This position requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical degree. 

Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a technical field. Experience in the motorcycle or automotive industry is preferred.

• • • Engineering Change Management
    • Product Deviation Notices
    • PPAP / IPPAP
    • PFMEA / DFMEA
    • Strong Knowledge of GD&T.
    • Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to influence across the organization.
    • History of sound Engineering with justification for changes.
    • Champion or participate in Corrective Action Requests (CARs) identified by the Plant or the Quality Planning and Performance Team.
    • Knowledge of key systems and processes within Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Quality, Product Development and Service.
    • Knowledgeable in the use of statistical and data manipulation techniques.
    • Proficient computer skills:  Excel, other Microsoft Office products, and/or statistical analysis software.
    • Problem solving using tools and techniques such as Six Sigma or Red-X.
    • Ability to create detailed action plans and balance multiple priorities.
    • Assembly knowledge and other manufacturing systems knowledge.

 

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

 

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, employee discounts on motorcycles and related products, general merchandise, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson (here).

 

Direct Reports: No 
Travel Required: 10 - 25% 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer 
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance 

Experience Level

Mid Level