Sr Dir, Energy System

5 months ago

Chattanooga, United States Volkswagen of America Full time

Role Summary

:

Responsible as the NAR point of contact for developing, localizing and testing High Voltage Batteries (cells, modules, pack, testing), as well as vehicle related systems (charging, high/low voltage systems, thermal management, energy management) and project management for the NAR High Voltage Battery Systems. Driving local innovation and collaborating with local research partners.

Role Responsibilities:

Operational Management – 70%

·Lead all NAR development, localization and testing of High Voltage Batteries (cells, modules, pack) according to VW Group standards and in close alignment with VW CoE in Germany

·Lead all NAR development, localization and testing of vehicle systems and components (charging, high/low voltage systems, thermal management, energy management) according to VW Group standards and in close alignment with VW Engineering in Germany

·Lead project management for High Voltage Batteries for new projects and model care in terms of technology, timing, cost and supply in close alignment with VW CoE in Germany and NAR vehicle projects

·Support all NAR High Voltage Battery assembly facilities during industrialization and daily production

·Manage supplier evaluation initiatives, qualification processes, and supports localization of new suppliers

·Supervise the preparation and presentation of budgets, headcount, and investment plans as well as manages and monitors currentbudgets

·Set strategic targets leads Managers to the definition and achievement ofgoals

·Supervise Managers and the specification of the business plans; supports and guides planning and expansion phases and regularreviews

·Locate, acquire and retain extraordinary talent for the ramp-up phase of the Energy System Team and futuregrowth

·Monitor compliance with relevant regulations, statutes, Board Directives, process standards (including in respect of Golden Rules and Product Compliance), procedural/operating instructions and occupational safety regulations using appropriate management controls (dual-control principle)

·Assure the qualification of employees for the defined tasks

Product optimization – 20%

·Lead cost down measures by reducing variance, part optimization and identification of local standards

·Lead product optimization measures for High Voltage Batteries and whole vehicle functions (e.g. range, charging) in terms of cost, performance and customer experience

·Support quality optimizations

Innovation and research – 10%

·Drive local innovation and collaborate with external vendors and research partners

·Run research projects with local universities

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Years of Experience:

·10+ years in a leadership role

·7+ years of automotive High Voltage Battery and EV Systems experience

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering - required Master’s Degree in Engineering - desired

Skills:

·Overarching Leadership skills

·Analytical and conceptual thinking and decision making

·Define, shape and communicate values and work culture

·Develop and decide strategies and goals for High Voltage / EV related systems

·Responsible for target fulfillment

·Handle and resolve new problem areas

·Expert communication and decision making skills

Specialized Skills - Required:

·Expert knowledge in EV & High Voltage Component technology

·Expert knowledge and work experience with VW AG and VWGoA, including Affiliates of VWGoA

·Excellent strategical thinking, negotiation and communication skills

·Expert knowledge of (R&D) processes within VW

Work Flexibility:

Regular travel to worldwide locations required

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