Project Manager

MAHLE•City of Lockport, NY

3d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

As a Project Manager, you will lead automotive programs and cross-functional initiatives focused on engineering changes, supplier transitions, manufacturing process improvements, cost optimization, and product transfers. You will serve as a key liaison between customers and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Automotive Project Management, Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Product Development, or New Product Introduction (NPI).
Experience managing engineering changes, supplier changes, process improvements, product transfers, plant transfers, or cost reduction initiatives.
Proven ability to coordinate and influence cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Customers.
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and customer-facing skills with the ability to drive projects in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate engineering changes, supplier changes, manufacturing improvements, and process-related projects across multiple automotive programs.
Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, risk assessments, and action plans using Microsoft Project and other program management tools.
Drive cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure successful execution of project objectives.
Serve as the primary customer interface for program-related activities, providing regular updates, managing expectations, and resolving issues effectively.
Support cost reduction initiatives, process optimization efforts, and continuous improvement activities while maintaining customer and business requirements.
Manage program risks, timelines, deliverables, and change management activities in a fast-paced automotive environment.
Support new business awards and future product development programs as business opportunities expand.