Site Engineering & Development Project Leader

OPmobility; Helmstedt; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

OPmobility is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for its Reinsdorf manufacturing site to lead industrialization and transition projects into serial production. You will coordinate with central project org, drive manufacturing readiness, and optimize production launches with cross-functional teams.

The role requires several years in manufacturing development, strong CAD/ERP tool experience, and fluency in German and English.

Qualifikationen

• Engineering degree required; REFA certification is a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing development and industrialization.
• Strong project management experience and stakeholder management.

Aufgaben

• Lead all site-related manufacturing and industrialization projects.
• Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality targets.
• Provide functional leadership to project teams and approve milestones.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Industrialization

CAD

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Travel availability

German language

English language

Ausbildung

Mechanical/Production engineering degree

Tools

CAD

ERP systems

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

This is a key role for our manufacturing site in Reinsdorf, where you will lead site-specific industrialization and manufacturing projects, ensuring their successful transition into serial production. Acting as the key interface to the central project organization, you will drive project execution, manufacturing readiness, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities :

Project Management

• Create, maintain, and monitor project plans
• Lead project reviews and define corrective action plans
• Prepare project status reports and action plans
• Participate in Design Reviews and QUAD Reviews
• Ensure a smooth and successful production launch phase
• Define the global industrial scenario in line with project scope and objectives
• Support projects from the early feasibility and quotation phases
• Ensure implementation of corporate manufacturing standards
• Secure equipment and capacity availability throughout project execution
• Lead industrialization activities in injection molding, painting, and assembly operations
• Take ownership of production assets during the project development phase
• Ensure successful transfer of manufacturing equipment and processes to plant operations
• Manage manufacturing costs, cycle times, manpower requirements, and logistics processes
• Monitor operational performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Define improvement actions and continuous improvement project plans
• Conduct reviews, track action plans, and provide regular reporting
• Ensure structured and sustainable production launch processes

Responsibilities & Decision-Making Authority

• Lead all site-related manufacturing and industrialization projects
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality targets
• Manage project budgets and approve expenditures within defined authority levels
• Provide functional leadership to internal and external project teams
• Exercise project-related authority within the scope of assigned responsibilities (non-disciplinary)
• Approve project milestones and project-related purchase requests
• Escalate budget or schedule deviations when required

Profile :

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Process Engineering, Production Engineering, or a comparable discipline
• REFA certification is an advantage
• Strong MS Office skills as well as experience with CAD and ERP systems
• Professional experience in manufacturing development and industrialization, preferably within the automotive industry
• Several years of project management experience
• Deep understanding of industrial manufacturing processes, including assembly, painting, logistics, and production equipment
• Experience in budgeting, cost calculation, and investment planning
• Strong communication skills, resilience, and stakeholder management abilities
• Structured working style, strong problem-solving skills, and a hands‑on mentality
• Business fluent in German and Englisch (both is a must have)
• Open to travel

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.