Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction

This high impact role will also facilitate problem solving from issue definition, root cause analysis, containment, preventative action, implementation and feedback. No problem is too big or small. Persistence, attention to detail, dealing with ambiguity, and ability to build strong relationships is key.

• Drive all new products or programs’ introduction into the factory/factories (from program scope, product definition, MBOM creation, supply chain readiness, to implementation
• Plan, organize, and orchestrate all pre-launch build activities including slow builds, part trials, design iterations, DV/PV validation, and PPA
• Scale mass production with high reliability, repeatability and robustness targets to hit aggressive production ramp schedules with operation teams
• Approve design changes by reviewing engineering drawings (2D drawings and CAD) and engineering data (strength of materials, NVH, heat transfer, vehicle integration, and design tolerance stack up)
• Manage significant sample size part trials with Associates, Technicians, and Engineers and define KPI metrics of success (Safety, Quality, OEE, Production Targets)
• Oversee the complete manufacturing validation for the program -- drive supply chain readiness and handover from launch planning to production planning; organize and oversee factory transition; and follow-up on excess/obsolescence planning and post-program/service introduction activities
• Participate in and lead various cross-functional Program and Manufacturing Readiness forums. Provide concise and clear updates on status, action plans, and recovery plans as necessary at both working and executive level
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of multidiscipline (Mechanical, Electrical, and Industrial) engineering fundamentals
• Ability to implement engineering 1st principles in problem solving methodology
• Strong preference on prior automotive engineering background
• Be agile to de-prioritize and prioritize based on program milestone and deliverables
• Capability to lead with high ambiguity and undefined scope
• Effectively communicate cross-functionally throughout the horizontal and vertical organization