Project Support Specialist – MCE

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being Coverage

Family Building Benefit

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Jr. Project Specialist to support MCE Launch Standards for new vehicle launches across the full launch cycle. The role interfaces with Corporate Planning, Production Management, Vehicle Process Engineering, and Product Engineering to ensure on‑time, on‑budget launches.

Initial assignment is Toledo, OH with a path to Auburn Hills, MI reporting to Corporate HQ. You’ll coordinate cross‑functional teams, track schedules and budgets, and drive issue resolution through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3 or more years of automotive experience.
• Program management experience / training.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving/analytical skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and interface with all levels of management and labor.
• Highly motivated self‑starter and change agent.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred).
• Master’s degree (preferred).
• Knowledge of MEDDs, PentaSap, PFS, FIS, Manufacturing Portal and MCE Global Portal (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross‑functional team to successfully launch a new vehicle on time within budget.
• Create & track resource plans / WBS / master plan.
• Track status to budget.
• Lead steering committee & escalate issues accordingly.
• Develop pilot schedules. Track plan vs. actual with daily pilot meetings and reports.
• Manage KPI / KAIs & PDP timing & escalate risks.
• IH review preparation / execution.
• Coordinate and lead workshops to resolve major issues.
• Lead issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and elevate priority concerns.
• Work closely with team leads, quality, and engineering to ensure objectives are met at the station and plant levels.
• Build relationships with engineering and manufacturing to comprehend the new product requirements and sequence of build.
• Develop and improve work methods.
• Work with functional managers and operation managers to improve productivity, quality, and output.
• Support Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) as it relates to launch domain and WPI.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Self-starter / change agent

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MEDDs

PentaSap

PFS

FIS

Manufacturing Portal

MCE Global Portal

Job description

The Jr. Project Specialist is responsible for support of MCE Launch Standards for new model launches during the entire launch process. The position will interact with Corporate Planning, Production Management, Vehicle Process Engineering, and Product Engineering on all matters relating to Project Launch activities.

Current assignment will be based out of Toledo, OH with reporting structure to Corporate Headquarters in Auburn Hills, MI upon project completion.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Lead a cross‑functional team to successfully launch a new vehicle on time within budget
• Create & track resource plans / WBS / master plan
• Track status to budget
• Lead steering committee & escalate issues accordingly
• Develop pilot schedules. Track plan vs. actual with daily pilot meetings and reports
• Manage KPI / KAIs & PDP timing & escalate risks
• IH review preparation / execution
• Coordinate and lead workshops to resolve major issues
• Lead issue resolution meetings with stakeholders and elevate priority concerns
• Work closely with team leads, quality, and engineering to ensure objectives are met at the station and plant levels
• Build relationships with engineering and manufacturing to comprehend the new product requirements and sequence of build
• Develop and improve work methods
• Work with functional managers and operation managers to improve productivity, quality, and output
• Support Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) as it relates to launch domain and WPI

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3 or more years of automotive experience
• Program management experience / training
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Excellent problem‑solving/analytical skills
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work as part of a team and interface with all levels of management and labor
• Highly motivated self‑starter and change agent

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Master’s degree
• Working knowledge of MEDDs, PentaSap, PFS, FIS, Manufacturing Portal, and MCE Global Portal

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 401(k), 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, and more—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