Vehicle Engineering Program Manager

Description

 WHO WE ARE
Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You‘ll go your own way in your career at a high level – nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a VEHICLE ENGINEERING PROGRAM MANAGER

DESCRIPTION

• Lead and manage a team of program analysts, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to drive exceptional performance
• Lead problem-solving activities for engineering challenges, leveraging competitive benchmarking, business case analysis, cost & weight initiatives, and market/customer analysis
• Prepare and deliver frequent reports to upper- and executive-level management; drive one-voice alignment across organizations on program issues, features, and specs
• Develop and implement program management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices for consistent, effective project execution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program objectives, scope, and success criteria, and establish project plans and timelines
• Monitor program progress, identify risks/issues, develop mitigation strategies, and manage program budgets, resource allocation, and forecasting

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS 

• 10+ years of overall experience, including 2-5 years in vehicle program management or a related field and 7-10+ years in the automotive industry
• Prior leadership experience, including managing direct reports, with a proven record leading and delivering complex programs and projects
• In-depth knowledge of program management methodologies, tools, and frameworks; familiarity with program management tools/software
• Preferred: program management experience at an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier; professional certification
• Some domestic and international travel required
• English (C1-C2)
• 1 year contact
• Location: Georgia

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