Global Project Leader - Steering Systems & MPLC

thyssenkrupp; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Presta North America seeks a Project Leader for tk Steering Column and I-shaft projects. You will guide diverse teams across Mexico, Europe, and the USA, acting as the CEO of the project to meet performance, quality, cost and timing targets.

You will manage design, data, testing, and risk across MPLC, D-FMEA, and Lean Six Sigma processes to ensure customer satisfaction and on-time milestone achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• 3+ years in automotive or related industry.
• Expertise in project scheduling, CAD, GD&T, FEA, FMEA; knowledge of APQP/PPAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead tk Steering Mechanical MPLC process from nom. to end of life.
• Manage master data in Agile PLM and project systems.
• Oversee design validation, BOM, tests, and DFx with cross-functional teams.
• Lead change management and ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally to support projects.

Skills

Project scheduling

CAD design

GD&T

FMEA

FEM A

Lean Six Sigma

APQP/PPAP

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

MBA or advanced degree (a plus)

Tools

Agile PLM

CAD tools

DOE

Job description

thyssenkrupp Presta North America seeks a Project Leader for tk Steering Column and I-shaft projects. You will guide diverse teams across Mexico, Europe, and the USA, acting as the CEO of the project to meet performance, quality, cost and timing targets.

You will manage design, data, testing, and risk across MPLC, D-FMEA, and Lean Six Sigma processes to ensure customer satisfaction and on-time milestone achievement.