Program Engineering Manager

GM; São Paulo; Híbrido; BRL 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading automotive company is seeking a Program Engineering Manager in São Paulo, Brazil, to manage global product development efforts. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing program budgets, and ensuring communication with leadership. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, advanced English skills, and a proven background in product development engineering. This position offers the opportunity to innovate in the automotive sector while promoting an inclusive workplace.

Qualificações

• Advanced English proficiency is mandatory; Spanish is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in product development engineering.
• Willingness and availability for travel.

Responsabilidades

• Lead complex cross-functional engineering programs critical to business success.
• Manage program budgets, schedules and resource allocation.
• Provide updates to leadership on milestones, risks, and outcomes.

Conhecimentos

Project Management Methodology

Leadership Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Ferramentas

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Descrição da oferta de emprego

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human‑centered design process we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software and next‑generation safety and entertainment features. Every day our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

Hybrid

For this position it is required to be on site 3×week.

Role

We are seeking a Program Engineering Manager to lead global product developments in South America aligned with GM’s business and strategic view. This role will drive cross‑functional engineering programs, closely working with product development, studio, manufacturing, quality, marketing and other areas to deliver innovative solutions under resource constraints.

What you will do (responsibilities)

• Strategic Program Leadership
  • Lead complex cross‑functional engineering programs critical to business success.
  • Define program scope, governance and execution plans.
  • Align program goals with organizational strategy and product development timelines.
  • Have knowledge in automotive industry development (product and manufacturing process).
• Innovation & Ideation
  • Promote a culture of continuous innovation and improvement.
  • Challenge the status quo and propose creative, resource‑efficient solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Influence and align senior leaders, studio, marketing and engineering teams.
  • Facilitate decision‑making across diverse functions and regions.
• Execution Excellence
  • Manage program budgets, schedules and resource allocation.
  • Track progress, mitigate risks and resolve issues proactively.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
• Communication & Reporting
  • Provide clear, concise updates to leadership on milestones, risks and outcomes.
  • Document lessons learned and share best practices across teams.
• Location: São Caetano do Sul/SP

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Advanced English (mandatory); Spanish (desirable).
• Proven experience in product development engineering, project management and/or automotive industry.
• Availability for travel.

What can give you a competitive edge

• Strong analytical problem‑solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and build cross‑functional alignment.
• Experience working in fast‑paced dynamic environments with tight deadlines.

Key Skills

• Project Management Methodology
• Project / Program Management
• Program Management
• Management Experience
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Project
• Budgeting
• DoD Experience
• Leadership Experience
• Supervising Experience
• Contracts

Employment Information

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: Years (specify)

Vacancy: 1

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

Accommodations

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