Mechanical Program Manager

Non-Temp Full-time Permanent Position for Large Automotive Manufacturing Company.

Placement:
Direct Hire, Non-Temp

Industry: Automotive Manufacturing Industry

Job Title:

Automotive Program Manager-Mechanical Brake Division

Location:

Livonia, Michigan

Salary Range: $120,000 to $130,000 (DOE)

• Leader responsible for programs/projects from inception to the conclusion of the program. Customer/Client Liaison
• Meet profitability, capital, and tooling recovery financial targets at launch.
• Oversee functional areas during development to meet key deliverables (Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, AME, Finance, Quality, Production).
• Ensure cross‑functional involvement in quality processes to improve launch quality.
• Monitor timing, quality, technical and financial risks and issues on assigned projects. Mitigate risks or resolve issues where possible.
• Ensure that timely and accurate Gate Reviews and routine reports are conducted on assigned projects, using these tools to expose risks and elevate issues.
• Determine post‑launch profitability (as reported by the plants) as early as possible in development, and understand and report gaps to business case profitability. Identify systemic differences.
• Use reporting tools as directed.
• Remain flexible to changing responsibilities and workload adjustments.
• Manage day‑to‑day priorities of project team members. Participate in team member annual appraisal and EPDP objective and training plan development.

• MS in Engineering or MBA
• 7+ Years Automotive Mechanical Engineering Background
• 7+ Years of Program Management
• PMP Certification is a huge plus
• Braking Experience is a plus

• Must be a US Citizen/Green Card Holder
• Must have Verification of all certifications and degrees.
• Please Do Not apply unless you meet the qualifications above.
• Do you have experience in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry?

Location: Marshall, IL

Salary Range: $120,000 to $130,000 (DOE, Depends on Experience)