New Model Program Engineer

HTC Global Services, Inc.; Allen Park, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and Workplace flexibility

Well-defined career development plan

Rewards & Recognition program

L&D focuses on upskilling

Hands-on experience on emerging techs

Job summary

HTC Global Services, Inc. seeks a New Model Program Engineer to drive successful launches of new vehicle and powertrain models at North American plants. This individual contributor will support program management across launch phases, including issue resolution, budget execution, and status reporting.

Fully onsite with travel required. Responsibilities include gatekeeping for New Model Programs, coordinating pre-production builds, changes approvals, and cross-functional issue resolution to

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized approach.
• Experience with problem-solving disciplines using statistical mindsets.
• Ability to travel for site visits and program activities.
• Experience with cross-functional teams to resolve launch issues.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key gatekeeper for New Model Programs, ensuring adherence to processes and standards throughout the launch lifecycle.
• Manage and oversee pre-production build events to meet quality and efficiency targets.
• Manage the ordering, building, testing, and disposition of pre-production vehicles.
• Execute the Pre-Production Drive Fleet Evaluation Plan.
• Manage the approval process for Product Development changes and ensure changes are proven before prototype builds.
• Lead the build issues management process for cross-functional program teams and drive timely resolutions.
• Co-chair launch meetings and drive resolution of part support issues for pre-production events.
• Manage launch budget approval processes and execute activities within the budget.
• Prepare and present weekly New Model Program assessments including risks and status.
• Support senior management presentations by communicating program status and proposed solutions.
• Facilitate the transition of launch teams into manufacturing plants.
• Maintain a list of issues and coordinate resolutions with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving mindset

Ability to travel

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Location: Allen Park (MI) | Employment Type: Full Time - 40 hours per week | Job Level: T3 | Work Preference: Onsite at work location address | Job Code: 244551

Job Description:

Job Title

Overview / Summary

The New Model Program Engineer plays a critical role in the successful launch of new vehicle and powertrain models within North American manufacturing plants. This individual contributor will support program management and delivery across various launch phases, including issue resolution, quality and status assessments, vehicle fleet management, budget execution, and adherence to established timing.

The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, effective communication of launch status and risks, and the ability to drive critical launch activities through successful completion. This is a fully onsite position, and the ability to travel is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a key gatekeeper for New Model Programs, ensuring adherence to established processes and standards throughout the launch lifecycle.
• Manage and oversee pre-production build events to ensure program objectives for quality and efficiency are met.
• Manage the ordering, building, testing, and disposition of pre-production vehicles.
• Execute the Pre-Production Drive Fleet Evaluation Plan.
• Manage the approval process for Product Development changes and ensure changes are integrated and proven before prototype builds.
• Lead the build issues management process for cross-functional program teams and drive issues to timely resolution.
• Co-chair relevant launch meetings and proactively drive resolution of part support issues for pre-production build events.
• Manage launch budget approval processes and execute activities controlled within the overall launch budget.
• Prepare and present weekly New Model Program assessment reports, including program status and potential risks.
• Support senior management presentations by communicating program status, challenges, and proposed solutions.
• Facilitate the transition and integration of launch teams into manufacturing plants.
• Maintain a list of issues and work with cross-functional teams to resolve them.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
• 2+ years of experience with problem-solving disciplines using statistical mindsets.
• 1+ years of experience in Powertrain/Vehicle Operations manufacturing, design, and/or program management, with project management or launch experience.
• Program management experience focused on maintaining issues and working with cross-functional teams to resolve them.
• Ability to travel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized approach.
• Experience with Engineering Change Management and Issue Management.
• Experience demonstrating an understanding of processes and methodologies involved in bringing new vehicle models from development into full-scale production.

What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future

HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.

At HTC Global Services, our culture is an embodiment of who we are – a value-led organizationcommitted to success of our people and customers.

• Hybrid and Workplace flexibility
• Work-Life-Balance
• Well-defined career development plan
• Rewards & Recognition program
• L&D focuses on upskilling
• Hands-on experience on Emerging Technologies and Digital Transformation
• Career Mobility programs