NHTSA Sr. Investigator
Stellantis, Auburn, AL, United States
The NHTSA Investigator leads formal and informal vehicle safety investigations to evaluate alleged defects or regulatory noncompliance, coordinating cross‑functional efforts to ensure accurate analysis, timely agency responses, and compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements.
Job Description
Lead
formal and informal NHTSA investigations , including defining scope, coordinating responses, and driving investigations to completion.
Establish and manage
cross‑functional investigation teams , set timelines, assign responsibilities, and ensure milestone readiness.
Oversee
collection, validation, and analysis of investigation data , including field data review and engagement with subject matter experts to assess potential safety concerns and root cause.
Prepare and present
investigation findings, responses, and supporting documentation
for internal reviews and agency engagement.
Guide investigations through
internal governance processes
(Triage, Pre‑IRM, IRM, VRC) when potential safety issues are identified.
Support
recall, compliance, and remedy implementation activities , including regulatory filings, portal uploads, and cross‑functional coordination.
Contribute to
process improvement and governance activities , including development of work instructions and support of special initiatives.
Contributing to continuous improvement efforts through participation in
special governance initiatives, process development, and work instruction creation .
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university, or other engineering degrees or related technical degrees with combined experience may be considered
A minimum of 8 years of experience in cross functional Vehicle Engineering roles
Detailed understanding of vehicle integration, systems, and validation process
Knowledge of multiple automotive systems including body, chassis, powertrain and electrical
Cross functional knowledge of system interactions and vehicle integration
Passion for excellence, drive for deliver in the presence of obstacles and litigation
Ability to develop strategic options working with both business and technical assumptions
Ability to understand and break down complex issues
Ability to clearly communicate both written and verbal to management, engineering, internal and external stakeholders and regulators
Ability to lead a team of engineers and legal discovery groups in the execution of deliverables on a condensed time line
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Job Description
Lead
formal and informal NHTSA investigations , including defining scope, coordinating responses, and driving investigations to completion.
Establish and manage
cross‑functional investigation teams , set timelines, assign responsibilities, and ensure milestone readiness.
Oversee
collection, validation, and analysis of investigation data , including field data review and engagement with subject matter experts to assess potential safety concerns and root cause.
Prepare and present
investigation findings, responses, and supporting documentation
for internal reviews and agency engagement.
Guide investigations through
internal governance processes
(Triage, Pre‑IRM, IRM, VRC) when potential safety issues are identified.
Support
recall, compliance, and remedy implementation activities , including regulatory filings, portal uploads, and cross‑functional coordination.
Contribute to
process improvement and governance activities , including development of work instructions and support of special initiatives.
Contributing to continuous improvement efforts through participation in
special governance initiatives, process development, and work instruction creation .
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university, or other engineering degrees or related technical degrees with combined experience may be considered
A minimum of 8 years of experience in cross functional Vehicle Engineering roles
Detailed understanding of vehicle integration, systems, and validation process
Knowledge of multiple automotive systems including body, chassis, powertrain and electrical
Cross functional knowledge of system interactions and vehicle integration
Passion for excellence, drive for deliver in the presence of obstacles and litigation
Ability to develop strategic options working with both business and technical assumptions
Ability to understand and break down complex issues
Ability to clearly communicate both written and verbal to management, engineering, internal and external stakeholders and regulators
Ability to lead a team of engineers and legal discovery groups in the execution of deliverables on a condensed time line
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