Fuel Systems Program Lead – Automotive Engineering

Optimal; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal is seeking a Project Engineer Chief for Fuel System / SSTL to be the primary interface between Fuels Systems design and program management, engineering and manufacturing. You will ensure the fuel subsystem meets performance, cost, weight and timing targets, delivering components from fuel caps to canisters and sensors.

The role requires leading program activities, coordinating cross-functional teams, maintaining budgets, and driving continuous improvement across the development

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in automotive Fuels Systems/components.
• Ability to influence and lead without formal authority.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Travel to North America supplier and vehicle plants.

Responsibilities

• Lead Fuels System efforts through the program lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Coordinate issue resolution across engineering, manufacturing, and quality.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and supplier relationships for cost targets.
• Develop DFMEAs and DVP&Rs and present status to leadership.
• Support plant activities and drive value optimization and quality improvements.

Skills

Program management

Fuels systems

Cross-functional comms

Supplier leadership

DFMEAs & DVPRs

Budget management

Presentation skills

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

UG/NX

CATIA

Job description

Optimal is seeking a Project Engineer Chief for Fuel System / SSTL to be the primary interface between Fuels Systems design and program management, engineering and manufacturing. You will ensure the fuel subsystem meets performance, cost, weight and timing targets, delivering components from fuel caps to canisters and sensors.

The role requires leading program activities, coordinating cross-functional teams, maintaining budgets, and driving continuous improvement across the development