Senior Engineer, Controls Systems

Mazda North American Operations

. Lead stakeholders through sophisticated production changes, including new model years, Interim Product Measures (IPM), Engineering Change Notices (ECN), material changes, and production volume changes .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeMadison • Alabama • United StatesSenior💰 $95,500 - $145,675 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Process Control Systems and Production Instruction Systems to ensure quality, cost, and delivery standards in automotive production. Proven ability to lead projects, manage stakeholder communication, and implement effective solutions to operational challenges.

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Process Control SystemsProduction Instruction SystemsProject ManagementElectrical Control KnowledgeMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Process Control SystemsProduction Instruction SystemsProject ManagementElectrical ControlAutomated Workflow ProcessingQuality Assurance StandardsVehicle Control SystemsOperational Problem SolvingData AnalysisTrial Planning

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeamwork SkillsCustomer Service AttitudeOrganizational SkillsDependability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Industrial EngineeringBachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Automotive OEMProduction EngineeringMass ProductionQuality ControlStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead stakeholders through sophisticated production changes, including new model years, Interim Product Measures (IPM), Engineering Change Notices (ECN), material changes, and production volume changes
Plan, implement, and oversee projects involving sophisticated process control systems across stakeholders
Implement and maintain Process Control and Production Instruction Systems to meet Mazda quality, cost, and delivery standards
Examine operational and quality challenges in mass-produced models and implement control-system adjustments
Lead project plans, align internal and external stakeholders on measures and schedules, track progress, and report status
Develop, design, and continuously update Process Control System components
Develop management reports and communicate project status and support needs
Coordinate training sessions and pre-production builds with departments, contractors, and MTMUS
Evaluate vehicle systems and production processes to prevent quality issues and implement countermeasures
Conduct studies and support vehicle-control and process changes, including local construction work
Coordinate production pace and mix-ratio changes and update specifications and system parameters
Coordinate trials, inspections, inline events, workability checks, and quality checks for Vehicle Control System modifications
Facilitate final handover to MTMUS and develop sustainable VCS operation manuals and procedures
Prepare trial plans, readiness reports, and project status updates
Consolidate departmental information and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, contractors, and external partners
Investigate and help resolve vehicle-control-system operational and quality issues during mass production
Reinforce alignment with vehicle quality-assurance standards and processes
Support engineer training and development and keep training materials current
Comply with company policies and standards and perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in production engineering or maintenance department in automotive OEM or related industry required
An equivalent mix of education, training, and/or work experience may be considered in place of a degree
Basic knowledge of electrical control required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Strong oral and written communication skills required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Exemplary teamwork skills and strong work ethic required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Customer satisfaction and service attitude with strong people skills required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and results-driven approach required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Ability to work independently with little supervision and solve problems required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Ability to take initiative and logically determine appropriate actions required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Sound reasoning skills and ability to present ideas clearly and succinctly required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Knowledge of or experience with paperless, automated workflow computer processing required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) required (Intermediate-Advanced)
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering preferred
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, moving, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, repetitive motions, coordination, and observing
Ability to travel 10% domestically by driving and 10% internationally by flying

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
10% domestic driving and 10% international flying travel requirements are stated as essential job-related travel, not a benefit