Senior Automotive BIW Project Leader

Thyssenkrupp; Troy, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Company Holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

401k matching

Career advancement opportunities

Company paid basic life insurance

Short-term disability

Vision insurance

Job summary

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG in the United States is seeking a Project Manager to lead automotive engineering projects focused on body shop construction and tooling. You will plan, execute, and control scope, cost, timing, and quality while serving as the primary customer interface.

The ideal candidate has extensive automotive project management experience, a strong background in body shop processes, and PMP certification or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Experience managing automotive or automotive supplier industry projects.
• Strong background in body shop construction and/or tool making.
• Proven experience managing complex, large-scale projects.
• International experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and align project scope with stakeholders and customers.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute project activities.
• Identify, escape, and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain and update project timelines and critical paths.
• Manage project costs, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Prepare monthly project status reports and forecasts.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for project-related matters.
• Drive customer satisfaction and collaborate with Business Development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

SAP

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Project

Job description

Our Automotive Body Solution business is a dedicated local line builder specializing in small-scale projects with a focus on precision and quality. Our expertise encompasses Brownfield Body-in-White (BIW) Automation Lines, offering comprehensive services from design and simulation to manufacturing, installation, and programming. Our capabilities extend to robot and PLC programming, virtual commissioning, and quality improvement, all managed through meticulous project oversight. In addition, we provide specialized labor, including hemming expertise in roller and table top hemming, as well as prototype equipment for BIW and forming dies. With a strong foundation in consulting, we assist with BIW process optimization and forming die expertise. Our Greenfield BIW services further highlight our versatility and commitment to delivering top-tier solutions in the automotive industry.

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for leading complex automotive engineering projects, with a focus on body shop construction and/or tool making. This role ensures successful delivery of projects through effective planning, execution, and control of scope, cost, timing, and quality, while serving as the primary customer interface.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Define and align project scope in collaboration with stakeholders and customers
  Develop and formalize project mandates in line with agreed targets and objectives
  Lead, coordinate, and control all project activities across cross-functional teams
  Identify, escalate, and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle
  Maintain and update project timelines and critical paths
  Manage project costs, deadlines, and deliverables
  Prepare monthly project status reports and forecasts
  Serve as the primary customer contact for project-related matters
  Drive customer satisfaction and collaborate with Business Development
  Lead project meetings and facilitate key decisions
  Ensure effective change management and claims handling
  Maintain project documentation and reporting transparency
  Manage project resources in alignment with line management
  Support training development and execution for project teams
  Ensure successful project acceptance and completion

Education & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field required
  Master’s degree preferred

Experience

• Extensive experience in automotive or automotive supplier industry
  Strong background in body shop construction and/or tool making
  Proven experience managing complex, large-scale projects
  Leadership experience in project or line management roles
  International experience preferred

Certifications

• Industrial/technical training with certification as a Technician
  PMP certification or equivalent required
  ThyssenKrupp Certified PM Professional or similar preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  Experience with SAP (R/3 or similar)
  Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
• Leadership and team management
  Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
  Analytical thinking and problem-solving
  Organizational and multitasking ability

Work Conditions/Environment

• Travel throughout North America, including manufacturing plants, construction sites, and customer locations.
• Regular exposure to manufacturing, warehouse, construction, and industrial environments.
• Ability to walk job sites, climb stairs/ladders, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• May be required to stand or sit for long periods of time
• May be required to lift up to 50lbs occasionally

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, prescription coverage, employee assistance program, as well as optional accident & hospital coverage
• Company paid:
• Basic vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Generous 401k matching program
• Ample opportunities for advancement within the company