HR Leader — Engineering Center (Remote/Hybrid)

Tenneco Inc.; Grass Lake (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco Inc. in Grass Lake, Michigan, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the Engineering Center HR function and partner with SG&A leadership to align people strategies with business priorities.

You will drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, and development for engineering and professional roles across multiple sites, ensuring a high-performing, compliant employee experience. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture that

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience leading an HR function.
• Experience supporting employees and leaders across multiple locations, including remote or hybrid teams.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of engineering/SG&A environments; automotive or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strategic vision and communication skills; ownership and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function for the Engineering Center and drive KPIs and people engagement.
• Serve as HR business partner for regional SG&A teams across multiple sites.
• Help establish Tenneco culture within Engineering Center and support career progression.
• Establish clear communication with engineering and SG&A teams, onsite or remote.
• Forecast workforce requirements and lead talent acquisition and succession planning for engineering and professional roles.
• Drive talent management processes including performance, compensation planning, and retention for engineering staff.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and compliance across locations.

Skills

HR leadership

Engineering HR experience

Remote/hybrid experience

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Talent acquisition

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Tenneco Inc. in Grass Lake, Michigan, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the Engineering Center HR function and partner with SG&A leadership to align people strategies with business priorities.

You will drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, and development for engineering and professional roles across multiple sites, ensuring a high-performing, compliant employee experience. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture that