Program & Project Engineer

Gestamp Automoción S.A.; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp Automoción S.A. in McCalla, Alabama, seeks a Project Manager to direct, implement and supervise ongoing projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

You will represent the company to clients, manage scope, schedule and cost, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver on commitments. Travel to client sites may be required and project documentation is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Engineer with Diploma and a Master’s Degree in Industrial Mgmt. or Project Mgmt required.
• HNC in Mechanical Manufacturing with 15 years of international project management experience.
• Minimum 3 years leading international projects in stamping industry.

Responsibilities

• Direct, implement and supervise management of projects, ensuring objectives are met.
• Develop detailed project plans and perform risk management to minimize deviations.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for flawless execution of projects.
• Communicate progress to Client and assist in visits to the plant.
• Ensure deliveries of dies and Try Out dates; report and escalate as needed.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Skills

Client negotiation

Risk management

Project leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Engineer Diploma

Master’s Degree in Industrial Mgmt or Project Mgmt

HNC in Mechanical Manufacturing

Job description

Project Manager

Direct, implement and supervise the management of the projects in progress, Ensuring the fulfillment of the objectives of the Organization from its area of responsibility. The PM represents the Organization to the Client and make sure all aspects of the project (Scope / Schedule / Cost) are managed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the relationship and negotiation with the assigned Client, preferably in their language. It will be necessary to travel to the Client’s offices if it is required.
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress and perform risk management to minimize project risks (budget and control of deviations).
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for the flawless execution of projects.
• Decision making and initiative required regarding the projects’ pieces.
• Inform the Client of the progress and assist him in his visits to the Plant.
• Ensure and coordinate the deliveries of dies and Try Out dates.
• Report and Escalate to management as needed.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Engineer’s Degree – Engineer Diploma (DI) + Master’s Degree in Industrial Mgmt. or Project Mgmt.
• Certificate of Higher Education (HNC) in Mechanical Manufacturing, with 15 years of Professional experience in International Project Management.
• Minimum 3-year experience leading International Projects in Stamping Industry
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.