Automotive Exterior Trim Project Lead

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off 17+ holidays

401(k) with employer match

Company vehicle lease program

Fertility and family-building programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Project Chief - Body Exterior Trim to oversee design, development, and production of exterior trim components for OEM programs. Lead cross-functional teams, manage suppliers, drive cost and schedule targets, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will mentor engineers, drive process improvements, and ensure customer satisfaction through validation and benchmarking. Requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 8+ years in automotive, and CAD/PLM proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of automotive engineering experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Exterior Trim systems (fascias, grilles, bumpers, cladding, etc.).
• CAD/PLM and MS Office proficiency.
• Strong communication with management, suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, execution, and delivery of exterior trim projects from concept to production.
• Coordinate cross-functional activity with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain and others.
• Oversee design and development to meet OEM specs, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance for timely delivery and cost efficiency.
• Identify risks and drive mitigation; ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules.
• Continuously improve development and production processes for cost and quality.
• Guide and mentor engineers through the development phase and change management.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure designs meet customer expectations via validation.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and escalate status to senior management.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional coordination

CAD software

PLM systems

Cost management

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

PLM

MS Office

Job description

Stellantis NV in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Project Chief - Body Exterior Trim to oversee design, development, and production of exterior trim components for OEM programs. Lead cross-functional teams, manage suppliers, drive cost and schedule targets, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will mentor engineers, drive process improvements, and ensure customer satisfaction through validation and benchmarking. Requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 8+ years in automotive, and CAD/PLM proficiency.