Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

Stellantis • Kokomo, IN

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Electrical Engineer leads Manufacturing Engineering functions for North American powertrain battery tray/frame, casting, component, engine, and transmission programs. The role guides an engineering team in developing and launching processes that meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives for new-model, non-new-model, and adaptation programs.

The position manages facilities and process-equipment work across programs, from scope definition and procurement through design, installation, qualification, and launch. It also supports standardization across plants and regions, applies Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) methodologies, and leads systematic problem-solving and project execution.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assess process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies.
• Oversee engineering scope definition, requests for quotes, sourcing, technical evaluations, design, manufacturing, and installation of air, mist, and coolant collectors and filtration.
• Manage and prioritize Non-New Model powertrain program requests, ensuring approved programs are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage facilities aspects of New Model programs, including site preparation and machine installation.
• Lead program Flow activities and track the Iron Triangle of scope, timing, and cost.
• Lead the engineering team in implementing Stellantis Industrial System methodology, including advanced SIS tools and systematic root-cause problem solving.
• Develop and improve process and equipment standards related to facilities infrastructure.
• Support Engine, Transmission, e-components (EDM and Motors), or Chassis programs, including Battery Tray, Cradles, and 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 initiatives and provide Center of Competency facilities support for the NAFTA region.

What This Job Offers

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