Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (Based in Poland)

American Rheinmetall•Auburn Hills, MI

12d

About The Position

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world. Candidates must meet U.S. person requirements (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or other protected individual). The position is expected to onboard at an American Rheinmetall location and transition into primarily being located in Warsaw, Poland, for an 18+ month assignment. Further position details will be provided during screening. JOB SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Project Lead is responsible for leading a cross functional team of manufacturing operations personnel in support of various programs with ownership of cost and schedule. The Project Lead role will support one or more programs and report to the Manufacturing Program Manager

Requirements

Thorough understanding of Project Management principles
Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
Must demonstrate an enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleague; both written and verbally
High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task
Must be able to coordinate and perform more complex cross functional tasks in support of the operations/manufacturing organization
Must be able to lead the development of more complex manufacturing and operations plans, schedules, and facilitates assigned projects
Represent the organization as the prime production/manufacturing representative contact on contracts, projects, and proposals
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to be the primary point of contact for cost/schedule performance and resource data management
Ability to maintain capital equipment and overhead budget requirements
Ability to coordinate designs with manufacturing engineering to ensure the practicality of the design and assists in the solution of production difficulties encountered in manufacturing
Must be able to review and approve specifications and drawings for technical accuracy and content as applicable
Ability to assist in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Understanding of mechanical and electrical designs to drive Producibility and cost reduction principles.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Manufacturing or Business Administration
5-7 years of relevant experience
Automotive and ground combat vehicle experience.
Experience working in DoD and/or Military Operations required
Experience working as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree Engineering/Operations and/or Master’s Business Administration
5-7 years of relevant experience as a Project Management Professional (PMP)

Responsibilities

Manages the proposal, execution, and closure of Projects.
Responsible for preparing manufacturing bids for new business proposals and/or request for information
Develop, maintain and lead a team to execute manufacturing and material schedules
Manage manufacturing cost accounts; and report findings of earned value data
Support material management and manufacturing support staff
Communicate program status to program managers, manufacturing, business leadership and customers.
Implements new manufacturing systems including generating supporting operational documentation
Develop and monitor budget requirements; control expenditures to meet approved budgets including direct/indirect salary, indirect non-salary and, capital expenditure.
Ensure American Rheinmetall policies are being practiced by all personnel; make recommendations and implement procedures to improve quality.
Assists engineering and plants in the evaluation of new manufacturing systems
Interfaces with engineering departments, quality control, manufacturing, purchasing or other groups as required in order to complete project plans