Powertrain Project Manager - Lead - EC1294 (1428256)

  • Abacus Service Corporation
  • Auburn Hills, Michigan
  • Full Time

  • Description:

    Seeking a Propulsion Systems Sub System Technical Manager support role. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    Support for all integration activities and interface for all issues (cost, timing, program planning, launch support, program resolution, etc)

    Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects. Oversees all aspects of projects. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project. Leads and directs the work of others. Responsibilities include program planning, development and maintenance of master timing schedules, project risk assessments, change management, and project integration across the various functional departments. This position is responsible for program management of all Powertrain Engineering assembly plant end-items (focus on the interfaces with Vehicle Engineering). 8+ years of experience.

  • Requirements:

    Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another related Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university or equivalent

    8+Years experience

    Design, development, and program management experience in broad powertrain functions and/or vehicle engineering in any of the following areas: engine, transmission, driveline, packaging, adaptation, controls, or calibration

    Demonstrated high leadership, communication, presentation, and organizational skills

    Proficient in MS Office applications

    Demonstrated understanding of the Company product development processes, design validation, Key Process Indicators (KPI), and gate processes

    Demonstrated team building skills

    Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, and to work with minimal direction (ability to understand and complete next steps without guidance)

    Preferred Requirements:

    Master of Science degree in Applied Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another related Engineering discipline from an ABET accredited university or equivalent or

    Master of Business Administration Degree from an ABET accredited university or equivalent

    Experience and understanding of the vehicle cost process

    Experience with the ER&D roll-up process

    Experience with Change Notice (CN) and Common Change Document (CCD) process

    Significant knowledge of the automotive industry and competitive benchmarks

    Program life cycle experience

    Experience as a Resident/Quality Engineer at one or more manufacturing plants

    Additional Information / Must have's:

    - Interpersonal skills, proven capability to build and maintain relationships with plant launch teams and indirect reports
    - Proven understanding of software and calibration for triage
    - Flexible hours, overtime permitted, up to 50hrs/wk depending on program milestones/deliverables. Plant starts early, 5a.m.

    How many years of experience are you looking for (if different than the job description): 8+

    Location should be 90% CTC, 10% plant

    Amount of travel: 10% to plant, as necessary, mileage reimbursement available

    Work Schedule

  • Hours Per Day:8.00
  • Hours Per Week:40.00
  • Overtime Required:No
  • Start Time:08:00 AM
  • End Time:05:00 PM
  • Work Location
  • Address:800 Chrysler Dr.
  • City:Auburn Hills
  • State:Michigan
  • Country:United States
  • Postal Code:48326

Job ID: 484457166
Originally Posted on: 7/8/2025

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