Technical Field Analyst

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BMW Group seeks a Technical Field Analyst for a full‑time onsite role in Santa Monica, providing technical support for Western Region consumer litigation, delivering on‑site and phone assistance to BMW centers and MINI dealers for litigated vehicles, and documenting guidance thoroughly while conducting vehicle inspections to determine repurchase eligibility under federal and state laws. The position requires deep knowledge of consumer warranty and fraud statutes, especially California standards, and clear decision rationale for legal defense, with travel as needed. Ideal candidates hold a BMW Master Technician certification with all specialties, ASE certification preferred, and 5+ years as Master Technician or 10+ years in premium brand equivalency, plus strong diagnostic skills. Relocation is available; benefits are comprehensive, salary range 62,500 to 125,000. Tips: tailor your resume to litigation support, emphasize on site problem solving and precise documentation, show willingness to travel and collaborate with counsel, and reflect BMW values of Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness.

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WHAT AWAITS YOU.

• Provides technical support for Western Region consumer litigation cases to improve service quality.
• Delivers technical assistance to BMW centers and MINI dealers by phone and through on-site visits for litigated vehicles.
• Documents all technical guidance and assistance accurately and thoroughly.
• Conducts vehicle inspections to assess eligibility for repurchase under federal and state laws.
• Exercises discretion to offer remedies including vehicle repurchase, repairs, goodwill payments, or loyalty credits.
• Applies deep knowledge of federal and state consumer warranty and fraud laws, particularly California standards, and clearly documents decision rationale for legal defense.
• Acts as a company representative and technical expert in legal proceedings, provides feedback to counsel and engineering leadership, and travels as required.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

• Vocational degree, technical degree, associate’s degree in automotive technology, or Bachelor’s degree
• Certified BMW Master Technician including all associated specialties
• ASE Certification, preferred
• 5+ years experience as a Master Technician or 10+ years experience as a premium brand Master Technician equivalency in training certifications
• Must have the ability to perform diagnoses of complex technical issues
• Must be able to work in workshop conditions, including outside
   

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Company match and Retirement Income Account
• Employee vehicle program
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Generous PTO and Company paid holidays
• Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs

Relocation is available for this position.

The expected salary range for this position is $62,500.00 - $125,000.00.

The selected candidate’s education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer. All pay ranges are based on a full-time work schedule. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.

As part of the hiring process, you may be required to successfully pass a background check. A satisfactory completion of a background investigation including verification of education, prior employment, criminal history, credit check history, and pre-employment drug screen to the extent permissible under applicable state law, is a condition of your offer of employment and your continued employment. The results of your background investigation are satisfactory and acceptable in the sole judgement and discretion of BMW Shared Services, LLC.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America makes it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation,Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.