Project Quality Manager - Chassis/Propulsion/Systems

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) or retirement plans

Company vehicle program

Fertility and family-building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Michigan seeks a Project Quality Manager to drive quality objectives for vehicle programs from concept through Start of Production and lifecycle. You will lead cross-functional teams to meet quality KPIs, coordinate root-cause analyses, and implement preventive and corrective actions across the program lifecycle.

The role requires strong program management, excellent communication, and proven leadership to deliver premier products while partnering with internal and external

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of automotive experience, preferably in plant quality.
• Broad quality knowledge across programs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building across management levels.
• Strong program management and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality customer objectives achievement from concept to mass production.
• Produce monthly synthesis of results and updated quality KPI forecast.
• Lead engineers to address design anomalies in field or plant.
• Request yard holds and campaigns and coordinate retrofit/rework parts.
• Ensure quality deliverables on mass-produced vehicles.
• Organize root cause analysis for development and start of mass production.
• Advise on quality modifications (PEPP).
• Follow up results and set preventive/corrective actions (APQP).
• Build internal and external partnerships and represent the voice of the customer to platform teams.
• Drive team success by clarifying expectations and minimizing political hurdles.

Skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Change management

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The Cross Carline and Project Engineering Team is a critical part of the vehicle development with responsibly to ensure overall program level feasibility and target setting. The Project Quality Manager oversees quality objectives for the vehicle program, by carrying out the actions and activities necessary for their progress, consolidation, and management. This position will be responsible to assure quality targets are met, as well as ensure team execution of the quality processes from Pre-Contract Commitment through Start of Production and lifecycle.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensures quality customer objectives achievement for the vehicle(s) from concept until mass production.
• Produces monthly the synthesis of results obtained as well as an updated forecast on the quality KPI for the overall program and milestones.
• Drive the engineer teams to treat the design anomalies detected on vehicles in the field or at the plant.
• Proposes and requests yard holds and campaigns, initialize the request for yard hold if necessary and fills in the corresponding items need to execute the retrofit/rework (i.e. spare parts)
• Ensure quality deliverables are met on modifications done for the vehicle(s) in mass production
• Organizes and manages root cause analysis for anomalies detected during development and start of mass production
• Ensure quality advice regarding proposed technical modifications (PEPP)
• Manages the follow-up of the results (product/process including APQP) and sets up the preventive and corrective actions necessary to the respect of quality deliverables
• Establish partnerships both internally and externally and to influence without direct authority Commitment and dedication in delivering a premier product to the consumer Represent the "Voice of the Customer" to the platform teams
• Drive team success by clarifying expectations and minimizing political hurdles Demonstrate unwavering commitment to delivering results and champion achievements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related degree field
• Minimum 8 years of automotive experience, preferably some in plant quality environment
• Broad quality knowledge
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present ideas and concepts successfully to all levels of management
• Excellent relationship building skills with ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Ability to productively manage change
• Strong program management and team leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Engineering
• Program lifecycle experience
• Experience in resident/quality engineering
• Experience in various BICEEP disciplines

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.

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 included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

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

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.