Analysis Engineer I

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Company Name:

ASTEMO INDIANA, INC.

Job Family:

Quality Management

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Analysis Engineer will be part of the xEV Inverter team supporting Electric Vehicle products. This role is responsible for diagnosing and analyzing returned parts from internal operations, customer complaints, and warranty claims. The focus is on identifying root causes of failures of Power Control Units (PCU), inverter assemblies, and other internal components. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate failure analysis, support corrective actions, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

This position involves hands-on component testing, detailed documentation, and communication of findings to internal stakeholders and customers. It offers opportunities to work with advanced electro-mechanical systems and contribute to product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Description of Duties & Responsibilities / % Time Spent

• Perform failure analysis on returned PCU and inverter components: 30%
• Document findings and generate detailed reports for internal and customer use: 20%
• Collaborate with Quality, Design, and Test Engineering teams to identify root causes: 15%
• Support warranty claim investigations and customer complaint resolution: 15%
• Maintain analysis procedures and ensure compliance with quality standards: 10%
• Other duties as assigned: 10%

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering field
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems and component-level diagnostics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on an as needed basis (up to 5%)

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Experience in electrical, automotive or EV industry
• Familiarity with inverter systems and PCU components
• Knowledge of GD&T, FMEA, and root cause analysis tools (5-Why, Fishbone, etc.)
• Experience with electrical systems and customer return processes
• Bilingual in Japanese (not required)

Essential to Job Functions – Physical and/or Mental Restrictions:

• Ability to work flexible schedule including all shifts and days as needed
• Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting
• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday
• Ability to lift 35lbs from floor to a height of 4ft
• Ability to push or pull pallet jack up to 450lbs
• Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen
• Ability to use hand tools and view small components through a microscope for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel for business (Domestic and Overseas
• Intermediate experience required in Windows, MSWord, PowerPoint, and Excel

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Sound judgment and self-motivation
• Effective under pressure; meets deadlines
• Clear communication across all levels
• Prepares reports for management

• Knowledgeable in manufacturing processes
• Upholds Astemo Core Values
• Maintains clean, organized workspace (6S)

Work Environment – Travel, Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc.

• Requires 5% travel – Domestic and International (may include short term assignment in foreign country)
• Open-Office Setting
• Factory Setting with Noise

Equipment Used

• Personal Computer
• Simple measurement devices
• Electro/Mechanical Testing Equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference-we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.