Technical Project Manager, Automotive

Amphenol RF•Detroit, MI

1d•Remote

About The Position

Amphenol RF, a global leader in coaxial interconnect products, is seeking a Technical Project Manager, Automotive. This role is responsible for leading technical projects from quoting through mass production, coordinating cross-functional teams, and serving as the primary technical contact for Tier 1 and OEM customers. The position drives technical development within the automotive phase-gate process, manages customer relationships, tracks project costs and tooling expenses, and ensures quality through adherence to APQP, PPAP, and FMEA standards. This is a remote position, with candidates in the Detroit, MI area being considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
3 to 7 years of project management experience in the automotive supply chain.
Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and DFMEA processes.
Strong communication skills.
Skilled at managing multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
Demonstrates strong problem-solving capability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with Project Management software.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification is a plus.
Background in RF/coaxial connectors, wiring harnesses, high-speed data transmission is a plus.

Responsibilities

Award new projects by providing comprehensive technical solutions to customers.
Review RFQ packages with cross-functional teams to define achievable specifications for quotation.
Work with the Program Manager to review internal costs from a technical perspective.
Follow up on open technical tasks and drive for closure during the RFQ stage.
Drive flawless launch of awarded projects.
Set up and manage internal/external project meetings to drive resolution and closure of open items.
Drive cost optimization with the cross-functional team throughout the project phase.
Work with the Program Manager to define technical timelines and coordinate with the cross-functional team to meet project timing/milestones.
Coordinate and supervise all document submissions to meet phase gate requirements.
Identify technical risks and solve roadblocks.
Provide cross-functional leadership, guiding design, quality, and manufacturing engineering teams.
Support engineering change requests and customer design updates.
Ability to travel as needed (10%) to visit customers, production sites, and suppliers.