Automotive Project Manager

Segula Technologies•Troy, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a technically grounded, high-visibility Project Manager to lead our Propulsion Systems (PRS) division. You will bridge the gap between commercial strategy and technical execution, managing a multi-country team of engineers specializing in E-Drive, Transmission, and Driveline systems. This is a critical leadership role stationed within the Detroit automotive ecosystem, requiring a balance of technical oversight, financial acumen, and people operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering.
10+ years in automotive engineering, specifically within Propulsion Systems.
Proven track record managing large, diverse engineering teams (30+ members).
Deep understanding of the DV/PV development lifecycle and the Detroit OEM ecosystem.
Expert stakeholder management skills with proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with Design Release Engineering (DRE).
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and assembly coordination.
Expertise in FMEA, DVP&R, and root cause analysis for pre-production builds.
Experience in competitive vehicle benchmarking and cost-value analysis.

Responsibilities

Drive accountability across a multi-country team, ensuring high performance in all PRS delivery activities.
Lead local hiring, capacity planning, and capability building to meet project demands.
Act as the primary coach for your team, managing performance reviews, upskilling, and "attrition defense" to ensure continuity.
Serve as the internal "concierge" for HR, IT, and Finance; approve timesheets and manage global back-office capacity.
Provide high-level guidance across E-Drive and Driveline domains to resolve complex engineering challenges.
Ensure all deliverables meet On Time Delivery (OTD) and First Time Right (FTR) standards.
Act as the face of Segula to Client Program Managers, providing weekly progress reports and aligning on priorities.
Optimize global project margins (GM%), manage Purchase Orders (POs), and track fund depletion.
Support Key Account Managers (KAM) by identifying upselling opportunities and staff level increases.
Coordinate CCD, CN, PER, and ICD processes to ensure consistency across programs.
Monitor Supplier Quality Scores (SQS) and implement RETEX (Return of Experience) to standardize local processes.