Project Leader Development

D-Career•Duncan, SC

About The Position

Lead and coordinate development projects from concept through series production, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, project timelines, budgets, and quality targets. Act as the key interface between internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers while driving successful project execution in collaboration with Program Management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field
Experience in automotive project management, ideally in product and process development
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability in budget control, risk management, and project planning
Knowledge of automotive development processes (e.g., DPM or similar frameworks)

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end automotive development projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards
Develop and maintain project plans, including scope, schedule, resources, and cost tracking
Establish and lead cross-functional project teams, including sub-project leaders and technical specialists
Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions when needed
Drive change management activities, including evaluation, cost assessment, and implementation of engineering changes
Act as primary technical interface for customers and internal stakeholders
Support acquisition activities, including requirement clarification and cost estimation
Coordinate supplier involvement and support sourcing decisions
Ensure accurate and timely reporting, including status updates and final project documentation
Promote a collaborative team environment and provide technical leadership