Operability - Plant Support EngineerLocation:Auburn Hills, Michigan
Required to commute to different plants in Michigan - 50%
The Role and Responsibilities:The Operability - Plant Support Engineer is responsible to lead electrical issue identification and resolution for all electrical features on a program line to ensure successful vehicle launch while working with various Engineering Support teams that include systems, wiring, design release and validation engineers, Program Management, and Manufacturing teams as required to support and launch vehicle programs. Responsibilities include:
• Rapid troubleshooting / triage of vehicle electrical systems including
o Wiring issues
o Electrical component issues
o Assembly plant issues
o Vehicle networking issues
o Vehicle System issues
• Provide Plant support for tvehicle launches, durability fleets, and prototype vehicles
• Drive identified issues to closure
Basic Qualifications:• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Knowledge of CAN based communication and tools
• Experience with multimeters and oscilloscopes
• Outstanding communication and organization skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications:• Knowledge of CAN-FD
• Knowledge of Ethernet protocol
Work Authorization:• Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)
Salary and Other Compensation:Along with base compensation, this position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future* - Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2026
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Keywords: Resident, Engineer, Automotive, Root Cause Engineer, CAN, Plant Support Additional employment informationCompensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions.
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