Automotive Engineering Manager

Job Description

We at Qualient are looking for an Engineering/Technical Manager with automotive OEM experience in a Hybrid Mode (2-3 days a week).

Job Responsibilities:

• Extensive and demonstrable experience in an automotive engineering environment and design (Automotive – Exteriors).
• Demonstrable experience as a People Manager with strong leadership skills, working within the Automotive industry.
• Proven track record of successful deliveries of vehicle systems/features or as Engineering Manager of smaller vehicle projects.
• Ability to influence people at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to lead a team through problem resolution activities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical reviews.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high level of self-motivation.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Good business awareness and ability to make and influence decisions within a business context.
• Ability to monitor and plan both project and people KPIs.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills (self and team).

PRACTICAL & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Significant and advanced knowledge of Design, Development, Test, and Measurement of Automotive exteriors (Bumpers and other large mouldings, Glazing, sealing and bright ware, Closures, Underfloor).
• Should have led automotive exteriors as a Technical/Engineering Manager in at least two programs from Concept to Start of Production.
• In-depth understanding of Product emergence process.
• Knowledge of Engineering and Project Management principles and processes working on relevant systems.
• Proven track record of successful delivery of vehicle systems/features to functional, cost, quality, and timing targets.
• Broad knowledge of multiple Engineering systems and their relationships.
• Strong ability to challenge from first principles.
• Leadership, effective communication, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrable knowledge and application of Company problem-solving tools and skills.
• Ability to manage time and priorities for self and team.

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