Senior Engineer, Problem Solver

About the role

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

What you will do

• Lead and Coach teams in the resolution of problems (Structured Problem Solving – Six Sigma (DMAIC), DFSS (IDDOV), Shainin RedX or equivalent)
• Lead workshops with cross-functional teams on problem root cause / solution development.
• Influence positive outcomes through people skills and data.
• Capture Lessons Learned in DFMEAs and DVPs.
• Define and improve processes to eliminate waste (Lean - TIMWOODS, VSM, 5S)
• Identify risk and develop solutions.
• Utilize AI to identify and solve problems and integrate solutions.
• Define quality requirements, oversee quality maturity management, and validate functions and systems.
• Teach, Coach and mentor team members. Foster a culture of continuous learning and develop the capabilities of the Technical Quality organization.

What you bring to the team

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Vehicle, or related discipline)
• Experience: 10–15+ years in automotive engineering or product quality, with direct experience as a dedicated Problem Solver
• Skills: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams with clear communication and confident, results-oriented decision-making; strong organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in parallel; advanced proficiency in product assessment, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis methodologies (Six Sigma, DFSS, Red X, or equivalent); high integrity with a disciplined, data-driven approach to quality decisions; adaptable and effective in a fast-paced, start-up environment

Salary and benefits

The compensation for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual): $123,339.00 - $185,009.00 USD Annual

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Slate offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

Why join Team Slate?

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

About Slate Auto

We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don’t like paying for stuff we don’t need. We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.