Program Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical program manager for one or more vehicle lines by being the key point of contact between the Fuels systems design team and all other functional areas such as vehicle program management, engineering departments and manufacturing

Ensure that the Fuels systems meets all functional and performance requirements while meeting cost, weight, investment, timing and quality objectives. Components include Fuel cap/capless, Fuel tank, Fuel Delivery Module, Fuel lines, Canister, Sensors, Valves, filters, etc

Lead fuels system responsibilities through program production life cycle

Provide strong support of concept studies, initial packaging, thermal system design, cost and weight analysis, prototype procurement, supplier management, sourcing, tooling kickoff, validation, launch, program maintenance, change management, value optimization and quality improvement initiatives

Coordinate technical issue resolution pertaining to engineering and quality at all stages of the program and across all functional areas

Support plants activities representing Fuels systems

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

6-8+ years of automotive Fuels Systems/components at either an OEM or supplier

Strong leader with entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to sell ideas to all stakeholders

Knowledge of Fuel System and Evaporative Emissions components

Must be self-sufficient with ability to influence and lead others without formal authority

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must be able to lead and manage suppliers

Must be able to manage multiple concurrent activities

Some travel required to supplier and vehicle assembly plants in North America

Proven experience in program management with the ability to set a timeline and execute at the required milestones

Strong working knowledge and experience with automotive fuels components and the guiding principles of operation behind them

Ability to proactively communicate with other colleagues, stakeholders, program management and supervisors

Experience and confidence in communicating status to a varied audience including top management

Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team

General knowledge of tooling and manufacturing processes including molding, stamping, welding, brazing, machining, casting and coatings

Ability and knowledge to create effective presentations

High level of experience with Microsoft Office tools

Knowledge of automotive under hood packaging and general automotive assembly practices

Ability to review and apply component and system DFMEAs and DVP&Rs

Basic financial understanding with ability to maintain program budget

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Understanding of vehicle thermal systems and common vehicle system interactions

Experience in component costing - variable cost and investment

Solid understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer from a practical standpoint

Understanding of electrical circuits, components and their operating principles

Familiarity with powertrain software and controls

Experience with Fuels-specific and total vehicle testing including NVH

Experience in DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) proactive and/or reactive quality tools

Working knowledge of UG/NX and CATIA CAD systems

Knowledge of Stellantis systems and/or products a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Hybrid Environment - 80% Onsite in Auburn Hills, MI and 20% Remote

Driving a company vehicle is required

Some local travel to vehicle assembly plants in Detroit / Windsor area with some possibility of travel to other supplier locations in North America

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