Vehicle Motion Component Development Project Engineer

Volkswagen Group; Sant'Agata Bolognese; In loco; EUR 43.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hybrid working model

Company canteen

Relocation allowance (if applicable)

Health insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Volkswagen Group in Sant’Agata Bolognese (BO) is seeking a Vehicle Motion Component Development Project Engineer to lead the definition and delivery of vehicle motion components across the product development lifecycle, with focus on budget, timing and technical requirements.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate PEP activities, monitor timelines and BOM, and ensure milestones are met while supporting engine programs. English fluency is required; Italian/German are a plus.

Competenze

• Degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in automotive OEM environments
• Project management in high-performance teams
• Proficient in MS Office

Mansioni

• Coordinate development of Vehicle Motion components across the product development lifecycle
• Lead cross-functional teams to meet targets on quality, cost, timing and performance
• Manage PEP activities, milestones and company standards
• Monitor timing, engineering releases and component delivery plans
• Define and track budgets, investments, and costs
• Plan and coordinate validation activities (FMEA, DVP, bench testing, vehicle testing)
• Oversee BOM management and cost optimization
• Prepare project status reports for management

Conoscenze

Project management

Engine development

Team leadership

English fluency

MS Office

MATLAB

System design

Formazione

Degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering

Strumenti

MATLAB

Descrizione del lavoro

About The Job

Are you eager to take a new opportunity?

Are you looking for a challenging and dynamic environment where to build your professional career?

The Role

We are looking for a Vehicle Motion Component Development Project Engineer to join our headquarters at Sant’Agata Bolognese (BO). You will hierarchically report to e Head of Vehicle Motion & Energy Management.

You will be responsible for coordinating the activities aimed at the PEP definition of Vehicle Motion component development in respect of budget, timing, technical requirement, and validation planning.

• Coordinate the development of Vehicle Motion / Powertrain components and systems throughout the entire product development lifecycle.


• Lead cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure project targets are achieved in terms of quality, cost, timing, and performance.


• Manage Product Development Process (PEP) activities, ensuring compliance with project milestones and company standards.


• Monitor and control project timing, engineering releases, and component delivery plans.


• Define and track system budgets, investments, component costs, weight targets, and expenditure.


• Plan and coordinate validation activities, including FMEA, DVP, bench testing, and vehicle-level testing.


• Manage resource allocation and prioritization across multiple projects and vehicle programs.


• Drive issue resolution and change management activities, ensuring timely closure of technical concerns.


• Oversee BOM management, cost optimization initiatives, and support vehicle build and development phases.


• Prepare project status reports and present progress, risks, costs, and technical updates to management and key stakeholders.

About You

• Degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering


• At least 4/5 years of experience in automotive OEM


• Project management experience in high-performance teams


• Office package excellent knowledge


• Matlab knowledge as a plus


• Technical knowledge & experience of engine component development from concept through to production covering design, test & production.


• Experience of leading and delivering multiple large (multi million euros budget) engine projects


• Systems design and development knowledge


• Experience in component release management and problem solving


• Fluent English. Italian and German will be considered a plus


• A positive, proactive attitude with a high level of self-motivation to deliver excellence


• An engaging mind, open to new problems outside their normal comfort zone.


• A willingness to engage in debate and discussion.


• Empathy


• Ability to communicate clearly with design and development groups


• Good team building skills


• Well organised and delivery focused approach

What We Offer

Salary & Benefit

• Applicable national collective bargaining agreement: CCNL Industria Metalmeccanica


• Annual gross salary starting from € 43.300. The successful candidate’s placement and final offer will be determined by their experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.


• Company bonus and individual bonus (if applicable)


• Relocation allowance (if applicable)Comprehensive health insurance for employees and family members


• Flexible hours and hybrid working model (if applicable)


• Company canteen


• Favorable car leasing and purchase conditions within the Group Brands


• Sustainable commuting options, including carpooling and company shuttles


• Welfare programs supporting wellbeing, personal needs, health prevention and work‑life balance


• Paid special leaves on top of national contract annual leaves (e.g. specialist visits for relatives, pets..)


• Dedicated parenthood programs and paid leaves for children enrollment

Learning & Development

• Continuous upskilling through digital and on‑site training programs


• Access to company‑supported language courses


• Structured onboarding with buddy support


• Career development paths and internal mobility opportunities

August 31st

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which is why applications will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other legally protected status.

We welcome applications from anyone who feels they fit the profile we are looking for and who wants to contribute to create an increasingly inclusive culture in a diverse ecosystem.