Sr Program / Project Manager

Aptiv; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Learning and development opportunities

Health insurance package

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to lead design and manufacturing through the development of new connection systems products lines (HV Connectors, Inlets, Media Modules). You will develop plans, set milestones, track progress, and communicate with stakeholders while working cross-functionally with customers.

You will drive flawless launches, manage lifecycle reviews, and support profitability, risk management, and enterprise efficiency initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Master’s degree a plus.
• 5+ years’ experience in project/program management.
• Experience with product life cycle and risk management tools.
• Leadership experience in PM, engineering, or manufacturing roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and manufacturing through development of HV connectors, Inlets, and Media Modules.
• Develop plans, milestones, and track project activities; communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Cross‑functional collaboration; act as main customer contact.
• Ensure on‑time, high‑quality launches with profitability focus; manage risks.
• Staffing plan reviews and support Lean/ICIM initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Omnify PLM

Planview

Teamcenter

GSD

GES

Job description

Sr. Project Manager

Why join Aptiv? You’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

YOUR ROLE

As a Sr. Project Manager on our team, you’ll Lead the design team and manufacturing through the development process of new connection systems products lines (HV Connectors, Inlets, Media Modules) . The Project Manager will develop initial plans, set milestones, track project activities and communicate project progress to stakeholders. Work cross-functionally to establish working relationships within the company and act as the main contact with customers.

In your daily job you will:

• Responsible to achieve flawless launches (i.e. full ownership to deliver programs on-time, with quality and in-charge of profitability)
• Acts as the program life cycle owner; brings strategy and holistic approach
• Drives appropriate reviews/escalations, risk identification and mitigation, removes roadblocks
• Responsible to support achievement of profitability for their assigned business which includes working closely with Directors, profit management
• Secures appropriation requests’ approvals on time for project execution
• Act as customer contact for regular management communication and escalation
• Responsible for multiple customers and complex product
• Responsible for understanding customer technology roadmap and building relationships with key customers
• Support in customer management (especially in critical situations)
• Supports new business development activities
• Reviews and modifies the proposed staffing plans
• Supports enterprise effectiveness / efficiency and lean functional excellence by Lean / I&CIM techniques
• Responsible for complying to standards, policies and procedures, PDP requirements
• Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements

YOUR BACKGROUND

• Key skills and competencies for succeeding in this role are:
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer, now, or at any time in the future.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Master degree in Business or Engineering is a plus.
• 5+ years’ experience in project/program management or equivalent field.
• 5+ years of experience in the use of product life cycle and risk management tools.
• Previous leadership experience within Project/Program Management, Product Engineering, Project Lead, Manufacturing Engineering Lead.
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent oral/written communication skills with strong ability to work with team
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Resourcefully innovative and adapts in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Knowledge of OEM processes and development cycles
• Strong and demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to lead, coach and mentor team members
• Excellent communication skills - ability to interact with all levels of management
• Track record of successfully completing projects on time within specifications despite obstacles which arise during such new programs
• Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to drive corrective actions with minimal direction
• Strong work ethic, self-directed and work independently. Proven conflict management and Negotiation skills
• Manages the customers technical requirements and change order expectations
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project
• Financial knowledge/business acumen

“Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer, now, or at any time in the future”.

NICE TO HAVES (preferred skills):

• EOS, APQP, VDO and PDP process knowledge.
• IATF and ISO procedures and audit experience.
• Hands on experience with PLM tools (eg. Omnify, GSD, GES, Planview, Teamcenter.

WHY JOIN US?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation and Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement

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