Global Vehicle Engineering Program Manager

EDAG; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EDAG in Georgia is seeking a Vehicle Engineering Program Manager to lead a team of program analysts and drive coordination across engineering disciplines. You will shape program objectives, manage budgets, timelines, and risks while delivering executive-level reporting.

You will apply program management frameworks, mentor staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of vehicle programs, with international exposure and domestic travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 10+ years overall; 2-5 years in vehicle program management; 7-10+ years in automotive industry
• Prior leadership experience, including managing direct reports, with a proven record delivering complex programs
• Knowledge of program management methodologies, tools, and frameworks
• Preferred: OEM or Tier 1 experience; professional certification
• Some domestic and international travel required
• English (C1-C2)
• 1 year contract
• Location: Georgia

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of program analysts, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to drive exceptional performance
• Lead problem-solving activities for engineering challenges, leveraging benchmarking, business case analysis, cost & weight initiatives, and market/customer analysis
• Prepare and deliver frequent reports to upper- and executive-level management; drive one-voice alignment across organizations on program issues, features, and specs
• Develop and implement program management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices for consistent, effective project execution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program objectives, scope, and success criteria, and establish project plans and timelines
• Monitor program progress, identify risks/issues, develop mitigation strategies, and manage program budgets, resource allocation, and forecasting.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Budgeting & forecasting

Risk management

Willing to travel

English proficiency

Team mentorship

Tools

Program management tools

Job description

EDAG in Georgia is seeking a Vehicle Engineering Program Manager to lead a team of program analysts and drive coordination across engineering disciplines. You will shape program objectives, manage budgets, timelines, and risks while delivering executive-level reporting.

You will apply program management frameworks, mentor staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of vehicle programs, with international exposure and domestic travel as needed.