What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Mechanical Engineer position at A Secure, Connected Mobility Solutions Company?
HireArt is helping our client find a Resident Mechanical Engineer to serve as WbyT’s on-site engineering representative during prototype and low-volume vehicle builds, ensuring that integration, fit/finish validation, and rework activities are executed efficiently and documented accurately.In this role, you will work closely with WbyT’s engineering teams in Ann Arbor and California to resolve build-blocking issues and maintain clear, consistent communication between design and build functions.As a Resident Mechanical Engineer, you'll:Provide on-site mechanical engineering support at the Livonia build facility.Identify and resolve build-blocking mechanical, assembly, or integration issues in real time.Coordinate with WbyT engineers, technicians, and suppliers to triage issues and execute rework.Support fit/finish assessments and manage deviation documentation.Oversee part updates and local vendor engagement for quick-turn fabrication and validation.Document daily build status, open actions, and rework progress using structured reporting templates.Provide weekly build summaries and final post-build reports highlighting resolved issues, ongoing risks, and recommendations for process improvement.Maintain a consistent on-site presence during build periods (7:00 AM–3:00 PM, with flexibility to align to the build schedule) and remain available remotely during non-build periods for documentation and follow-up.
Salary : $75 - $95