Location: Farmington Hills, MI
Job Schedule: Full-time onsite M-F
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Sponsorship: No
Come Drive Innovation with Us.
We are currently looking for an Competitive Benchmarking Engineer to join our team in NTCNA-Farmington Hills, MI.
A Day in the Life:
The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.
Facilitate and lead vehicle and component-level benchmark activities to identify best practices as well as areas of opportunity (cost, quality, mass, technology) on current production and future model vehicles.
Support specific requests from Engineering teams for deep analysis of Nissan and Competitor vehicles.
Track and report output of teardowns and activities
Support and facilitate manufacturing line walks
Who We’re Looking for:
Required:
Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering
2 – 3 years of Automotive Design experience; Benchmarking experience is a plus
Strong communication skills; able to conduct presentations to various levels within the company
Project management skills (timing and scheduling)
Demonstrates experience in applying AI (Artificial Intelligence) technologies, generative AI tools, or AI analytics to improve operational efficiency and drive engineering decisions
Skilled with MS PowerPoint and MS Excel for reporting and analysis
What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:
Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.
Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.
Built for Your Best:
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Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.
It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.
NISSAN FOR EVERYONE
People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.
Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.
Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.
Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.
Farmington Hills Michigan United States of AmericaSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- 2-3 years of Automotive Design experience
- Benchmarking experience
- Strong communication skills and ability to present to various levels
- Project management skills (timing and scheduling)
- Experience applying AI technologies, generative AI tools, or AI analytics
- Skilled with Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel
- Legally authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship)
Nissan Motor Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nissan Motor Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Nissan Motor Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy benefits, and disability and life insurance options. Access to on-site medical centers and pharmacies at major locations further strengthens perceived coverage breadth.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Vehicle-related perks such as employee leasing/discount programs and profit sharing are highlighted as standout rewards that add meaningful lifestyle value. On-site fitness centers or gym reimbursements and occasional on-site amenities also contribute to a stronger overall perks experience.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as robust, with accrued vacation and a stated set of paid holidays. This breadth can meaningfully enhance the total rewards picture, especially where workloads are demanding.
Nissan Motor Corporation Insights
What We Do
At Nissan Motor Corporation, we are transforming how people live and drive — and we need passionate innovators to help us create a more sustainable future. As a global automotive leader, we take pride in enriching the lives of our employees and believe your passion, talent, and dedication are essential to our success. That’s why we provide career growth opportunities to help you move ahead, internal mobility so you can explore other career paths, and a healthy work-life balance so you always feel your best. In the spirit of “doing what others don’t dare to do,” we value your knowledge and life experience. We work to ensure all employees have a voice and always feel comfortable using it. Join us on our journey into a future of possibility, and experience a career as exhilarating as the open road.
Why Work With Us
Nissan is a global company driven by the accomplishments of our employees. We find pride in our continued commitment to diversity and an exciting lineup of vehicles. Simply put, we are at the intersection of people, transportation, and the environment which keeps us at the forefront of innovation.
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