Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

Stellantis • Kokomo, IN

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About The Position

Responsible for leading all Manufacturing Engineering functions for North America powertrain battery tray/frame, casting, components, engine, and transmission programs. The primary role is to guide the Engineering team in developing and launching processes that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives for new model (NM), non-new model (NNM), and adaptation programs.

The position leads facilities and process-equipment work, including procurement, design, build, installation, qualification, and launch. It also supports Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) initiatives and serves as a Center of Competency for facilities support in the NAFTA region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology, or high school diploma/GED and 5 years of technical or engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Able to work and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Strong oral, written, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Able to translate technical data and analysis into executive-summary formats for presentation.
• Able to analyze, interpret, and present data to all company levels in easily understandable formats.
• Able to implement SPW principles and lead effectively in a bargaining-unit environment.
• Able to work with cross-functional teams responsible for developing, specifying, building, and launching powertrain manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute large-scale projects on time and within budget.
• Able to effectively lead, teach, coach, and mentor employees.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to build and develop effective teams.
• Knowledge of advanced problem-solving skills and ability to manage data analysis to identify root causes and resolve them.
• High demonstration of leadership and teamwork characteristics.
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to travel 21%-40%.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of cost studies and strategic planning.
• Advanced degree.
• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing experience; powertrain manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in program management or a multi-tasking environment.
• Knowledge of G Suite applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies.
• Oversee engineering scope definition, requests for quotes (RFQs), sourcing, technical evaluations, design, manufacturing, and installation of air/mist/coolant collectors and filtration.
• Manage and prioritize NNM powertrain program requests and ensure approved programs are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage facilities aspects of NM programs, including site preparation and machine installation.
• Lead Flow activities on programs, ensuring successful implementation and tracking of the Iron Triangle (scope, timing, and cost).
• Lead the team in implementing Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) methodology, including deployment of advanced SIS tools and systematic root-cause problem solving to address risks.
• Develop and improve process and equipment standards related to facilities infrastructure.
• Support Engine, Transmission, e-components (EDM, Motors), or Chassis (Battery Tray, Cradles, Cross Car Beams).
• Drive standardization across plants in all regions.
• Lead procurement, design, build, installation, qualification, and launch of facilities and process-supporting equipment and infrastructure.
• Support Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) initiatives.
• Provide Center of Competency facilities support for the NAFTA region.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager