Global Automotive ECU Project Manager

APTIV INDIA; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 480,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings Fund

Pension Plan

Christmas Bonus

Attendance Bonus

Vacation Premium

Medical Expenses

Life Insurance

Social security (IMSS, INFONAVIT,退休?)

Job summary

Aptiv India is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead global, cross-functional teams from award through product launch and end-of-life. You will ensure on-time delivery of advanced ECU systems, manage budgets and risks, and maintain strong customer relationships across regions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), 5+ years in project management (PMP preferred), and proven ability to lead diverse teams with strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in automotive or similar industries.
• Strong cross-functional and global team leadership abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, especially risk identification and mitigation.
• Fluent English with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under remote supervision with high accountability.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end project execution from award to product launch and lifecycle completion.
• Own and champion the overall project plan, including milestones, reviews, and deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Quality, Sales, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and other stakeholders.
• Proactively manage project risks and issues, including mitigation strategies and escalation when required.
• Ensure effective change management and alignment across all stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage critical path activities to ensure timely delivery.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships with ongoing communication and alignment.
• Provide regular project status reporting (KPIs, risks, progress, financials, executive updates).
• Ensure resource planning and staffing are aligned with project needs.
• Manage project financials, including CAPEX planning, tracking, and budget compliance.
• Drive adherence to PMO/program management processes and governance (e.g., gate reviews).
• Promote a "one team" mindset and foster collaboration across regions and functions.
• Capture and implement lessons learned to improve future project and organizational performance.
• Support sales activities by providing input on feasibility, cost, and product roadmap considerations.
• Coordinate global workforce planning to support program delivery across regions.
• Oversee project tools setup in collaboration with IT (engineering and collaboration tools).
• Ensure alignment with strategic and financial targets, including forecasting and planning.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Job description

Aptiv India is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead global, cross-functional teams from award through product launch and end-of-life. You will ensure on-time delivery of advanced ECU systems, manage budgets and risks, and maintain strong customer relationships across regions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), 5+ years in project management (PMP preferred), and proven ability to lead diverse teams with strong communication in English.