Project Chief

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & well-being coverage

Family-building benefit

Paid time off and holidays

401k retirement plan with companyMatch

Company vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement and volunteering

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a BIW Project Chief to lead timing, cost, weight and investments for the vehicle model. You will coordinate with suppliers, purchasing, SQE, PDO and assembly plants to ensure milestones are met. Requires 8+ years in engineering and strong leadership.

BS in engineering is required; MBA is a plus. Proficiency in technical English and CAD (NX/Catia) is expected, with heavy stakeholder interaction and PM responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering (mechanical/aero/auto/electro-mechanics/EE).
• 8 years' work experience.
• Self-directed with ownership and attention to detail.
• Proficient in technical English; able to report to top management.
• Strong leadership, PM, negotiation and mentoring.
• Knowledge of BIW automotive design and processes.
• BIW manufacturing processes and sheet metal expertise.
• Engineering materials and fasteners knowledge.
• Global automotive product development knowledge.
• Green belt in Reactive Problem Solving.
• GD&T basics (dimensional strategies).
• FMVSS/CMVSS/ECE R21 BIW regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Single engineering point of contact among suppliers, purchasing, SQE, PDO and BIICEE groups.
• Lead component timing, cost, weight, and investment activities.
• Coordinate build coordination and assembly plant support.
• Coordinate technical issue resolution (GIMS, warranty, SAQ).
• Lead design reviews and ensure engineering deliverables meet milestones.
• Provide feedback from audits and conduct complexity analysis.
• Lead changes in CCD/CN/PER processes and cost timing.

Skills

Self-directed

Ownership

Attention to detail

Technical English

Leadership

Project management

Negotiation

Mentoring

Green belt problem solving

GD&T knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

MBA

Tools

NX/Catia CAD

Job description

The BIW Project Chief has job responsibilities that include but not limited to:

• Single engineering contact point for communication between suppliers, purchasing, SQE, PDO, assembly plants and other BICEE groups. Develop network/ relationships with other BICEEP counterparts
• Support the SSTM in the technical interface with PDO and AVE.
• Support the SSTM by coordinating commodity specific deliverables to the vehicle-line.
• Attend Platform level meeting for issues resolution and general support
• Lead Component Timing, Cost, Weight, Investment activities for vehicle model. Manage deliverables in PDP system
• Lead source package process, ensure timely deliverables, approval & source award
• Support Cost Loops, input technical description in the Cost Service Tool (CST), manage cost collaboration with SCIE
• Lead approval process for ED&D funding
• Support CAD Step Reviews (Score Card/Gate Reviews), ensure all Engineering deliverables meet program milestones
• Lead TKO process
• Manage the Compliance procedures and reports lifecycle to demonstrate regulatory compliance
• Lead change management (CCD, CN, PER processes, cost & timing, approval and implementation)
• Lead build coordination and Assembly plant support. Ensure proper engineering support for problem resolution.
• Coordinate technical issue resolution (GIMS, Warranty, Fast Feedback, SAQ issues, etc.)
• Coordinate component, system & vehicle level test. Manage test timing and component procurement. (Mules, DV, PV, DVP&R)
• Lead program bulletin analysis and response to SSTM
• Provide feedback and impacts from series cards audit. Perform complexity analysis/ reduction.
• Lead system effort to achieve VO/ TCR targets
• Obtain quotes and submit requisition for parts and services procurement
• Coaching/ mentoring of engineers. Develop PC succession plan.
• Escalate tasks not completed to responsible managers

Basic Qualifications

• BS in engineering (mechanical, aeronautical, automotive, electro-mechanics, EE or related field).
• 8 years' of work experience.
• Self-directed, ownership, sense of urgency, absolute attention to every detail.
• Proficient in communicating in technical English language, comfortable with reporting out to top management.
• Highly developed leadership, project management, negotiation and mentoring skills.
• Knowledgeable in the design, development and engineering processes of automotive Body system.
• Knowledgeable in manufacturing processes for BIW, sheet metal stamped components and involved secondary operations.
• Knowledgeable in engineering materials & fasteners selection.
• Knowledgeable in global automotive product development process.
• Reactive Problem Solving green belt certificate.
• Basic knowledge in dimensional strategies (GD&T, datum and location schemes).
• Knowledge in regulatory requirements (FMVSS, CMVSS, ECE R21, etc.) with focus in BIW.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBS or MBA degree
• Reactive Problem Solving black belt certificate.
• DFSS green belt certificate.
• Basic Design skill in CAD systems (NX or Catia)
• With international working experience

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

EOE / Disability / Veteran