US_East | Electrical/Electronics

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Need ID U8T92D

Possible 3 Month CTH | No Fees | Do Not Re-Post | Confidential
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ERM - Miguelangel Buonafina | Capgemini |North America
Tel.: +1 888-229-2961 Ext 13578
Miguelangel.buonafina@capgemini.com

Location: Auburn Hills, Michigan %100 onsite. Ony local candidates or willing to relocate

Role: Project Chief for Body Closures

JOB DESCRIPTION

"The Project Chief for Body Closures will oversee and lead the design, development, and implementation of body closure components, including doors, hoods, liftgates, and window/sealing systems, for OEM automotive products. This role will be responsible for managing cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products that meet customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and cost objectives.
The Project Chief will drive continuous improvements in product design, process efficiency, and cost control while maintaining strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
• Project Leadership:
Lead the overall planning, execution, and delivery of body closure projects from concept through production, ensuring adherence to timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and other internal departments to ensure seamless project execution and successful product launches.
• Design and Development Oversight:
Oversee the design and development of body closure components, ensuring they meet OEM specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Supplier Management:
Manage relationships with external suppliers, ensuring the timely delivery of materials and components. Collaborate on the selection of suppliers, and monitor their performance to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
• Risk Management:
Identify potential risks to project timelines, budgets, and quality, and take proactive measures to mitigate these risks. Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Process Optimization:
Continuously evaluate and improve development and production processes to optimize efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Change Management:
Lead and mentor a team of engineers to optimize, process and implement change through the development phase.
• Customer Focus:
Engage engineers to ensure designs meet or exceed customer expectations through validation, benchmarking and clinics.
• Reporting and Documentation:
Maintain detailed project documentation and regularly report project status, including timelines and technical challenges, to senior management."

"Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related degree field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in automotive engineering
• In-depth knowledge of body closure systems (doors, hoods, tailgates, etc.), materials, manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues and drive solutions, while maintaining a focus on cost, quality, and schedule
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, engineering teams, suppliers, and customers
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, Siemens NX), PLM systems, and MS Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master of Science Degree in Engineering
• Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and other simulation tools
• Strong project management skills with experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex projects. PMP or similar certification"

"Body Closure Systems (doors, hoods, tailgates, etc.) 4
Materials (Light weight) 4
Manufacturing Processes 4
Assembly Techniques 4
Change Management 4
CAD Knowledge 4"
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Additional Details

• Global Grade : B
• Named Job Posting? (if Yes - needs to be approved by SCSC) : No
• Remote work possibility : No
• Global Role Family : 61405 (P) Products & Systems Engineering
• Global Technical Skills Family : 60614 (T) Electrical, Electronics & Semiconductors
• Local Role Name : Project Chief for Body Closures
• Local Skills : Ashish Mhatre
• Languages Required: : English