Engineer I, Customer Service

Troy, MI, US • Posted 4 days ago • Updated 3 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
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Skills

  • Energy
  • Storage
  • Customer Service
  • Analytical Skill
  • Adaptability
  • Accountability
  • Data Analysis
  • Logistics
  • Finance
  • Negotiations
  • Business Communications
  • Coq
  • Corrective And Preventive Action
  • Auditing
  • Cost Reduction
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Tier 1
  • Issue Resolution
  • Collaboration
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • MBA
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Customer Facing
  • Communication
  • Statistics
  • Minitab
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Python
  • Attention To Detail
  • Motivation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Life Insurance

Summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! ;br>
Summary:

As a Customer Service Engineer I in Quality Department, you will support OEM customers on projects involving failure investigations and root cause analysis, using structured investigation methodologies, analytical problem-solving skills, and statistical techniques to identify issues and drive effective corrective actions. We are looking for a highly motivated and customer-oriented professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to build positive relationships with customers and cross-functional teams. The ideal applicant demonstrates empathy, professionalism, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset, while maintaining a strong sense of ownership and accountability. This role is well suited for candidates who aspire to develop broad cross-functional expertise across areas such as data analysis, logistics, operations, finance, negotiation, engineering coordination, and business communication.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational performance
  • Analyze technical, operational, and customer-related issues to identify trends, contributing factors, and improvement opportunities
  • Monitor and evaluate Cost of Quality (COQ) including scrap, rework, warranty, supplier quality, and field failure-related costs
  • Act as a liaison between engineering, operations, suppliers, and the customer to facilitate effective problem-solving and corrective action activities
  • Conduct follow-up audits to verify effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions
  • Serve as a customer-facing representative and primary point of contact for any quality-related topic, including failure investigation updates, root cause analysis, corrective actions, issue escalation, issue coordination
  • Analyze technical, operational, and customer-related issues to identify trends, contributing factors, and improvement opportunities
  • Monitor and evaluate Cost of Quality (COQ) including scrap, rework, warranty, supplier quality, and field failure-related costs
  • Act as a liaison between engineering, operations, suppliers, and the customer to facilitate effective problem-solving and corrective action activities
  • Conduct follow-up audits to verify effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational performance
  • Travel to OEM, Tier 1 supplier facilities or failed vehicle location as needed, including support for containment activities
  • Cultivate strong customer relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, professionalism, and effective issue resolution
  • Serve as a customer-facing representative and primary point of contact for any quality-related topic, including failure investigation updates, root cause analysis, corrective actions, issue escalation, issue coordination
  • Conduct quarterly onsite customer visits to strengthen customer relationships, support quality discussions, and understand customer needs and concerns
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Chemical, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer science, Data Science, Mechanical engineering, or related field required, MBA or MS or equivalent relevant experience preferred

Experience:

  • 0-3+ years of related experience
  • Experience in root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools and methodologies
  • Experience in customer-facing roles with strong verbal and written communication skills

Skills:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of quality-related tools (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone diagram)
  • Statistical analysis and data interpretation skills (Minitab, Excel, Power Bi, Python, or similar tools)
  • Results-oriented and data-driven mindset
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong perseverance and self-motivation
  • Structured problem-solving skills and critical thinking
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support customer requirements
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
  • MS Office Suite

Benefits Overview
  • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for you and your family
  • 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
  • Opportunity to grow in a diverse work environment with a global company
  • 401k Retirement savings and planning with a generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO
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  • Dice Id: 80183534
  • Position Id: f7ecfc2cec5aaefaaccb5c77b4db18e8
  • Posted 4 days ago
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