Systems Engineering Manager

GHSP; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth and internal advancement

Job summary

GHSP is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead cross-disciplinary teams developing mechatronic products for global automotive customers. You will define system architecture, guide engineering decisions, and mentor a skilled group from concept through launch.

This role emphasizes hands-on technical leadership and collaboration with customers to deliver innovative solutions. The position can be based at GHSP’s Holland, Michigan headquarters or the Novi, Michigan facility, with frequent

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product development experience.
• 7+ years developing mechatronic products and/or systems.
• Previous engineering leadership or technical leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, system architecture, requirements development, and systems integration.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Systems Engineers, providing technical direction, coaching, and mentorship.
• Serve as the technical leader for complex product development programs from concept through production.
• Translate customer needs into clear, traceable system requirements and high-level system architectures.
• Partner directly with customers to understand technical requirements, communicate design decisions, and resolve engineering challenges.
• Guide cross-functional teams through system integration, interface management, verification, and technical problem solving.
• Proactively identify technical risks and drive solutions before they become program issues.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure products meet performance, quality, manufacturability, and customer expectations.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, continuous improvement, and strong engineering practices.

Skills

Leadership

Systems engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Customer collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

At GHSP, our Systems Engineering Manager serves as the technical leader for complex mechatronic product development, bringing together hardware, software, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering to deliver innovative solutions for global automotive customers. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role where you'll define system architecture, guide engineering decisions, mentor a talented team, and help ensure our products exceed customer expectations from concept through launch.

If you're energized by tackling complex technical challenges, developing engineers, and partnering directly with customers to bring innovative products to market, we'd love to talk with you.

This position can be based at our Holland, Michigan corporate headquarters or our facility in Novi, Michigan.

Systems Engineering ManagerDesign Complex Systems. Develop Engineers. Deliver Great Products.

At GHSP, our Systems Engineering Manager serves as the technical leader for complex mechatronic product development, bringing together hardware, software, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering to deliver innovative solutions for global automotive customers. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role where you'll define system architecture, guide engineering decisions, mentor a talented team, and help ensure our products exceed customer expectations from concept through launch.

If you're energized by tackling complex technical challenges, developing engineers, and partnering directly with customers to bring innovative products to market, we'd love to talk with you.

This position can be based at our Holland, Michigan corporate headquarters or our facility in Novi, Michigan.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a team of Systems Engineers, providing technical direction, coaching, and mentorship.
• Serve as the technical leader for complex product development programs from concept through production.
• Translate customer needs into clear, traceable system requirements and high-level system architectures.
• Partner directly with customers to understand technical requirements, communicate design decisions, and resolve engineering challenges.
• Guide cross-functional teams through system integration, interface management, verification, and technical problem solving.
• Proactively identify technical risks and drive solutions before they become program issues.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure products meet performance, quality, manufacturability, and customer expectations.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, continuous improvement, and strong engineering practices.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years of product development experience.
• 7+ years developing mechatronic products and/or systems.
• Previous engineering leadership or technical leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, system architecture, requirements development, and systems integration.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with customers and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

What You'll Get

At GHSP, we believe great products start with great people. You'll join a collaborative engineering organization where you'll have the opportunity to solve challenging technical problems, develop others, and make a meaningful impact on products used around the world.

Our team is guided by six core values:

• Earn Trust Daily – Build trust through integrity, transparency, and delivering on your commitments.
• Embolden Innovation – Challenge assumptions, learn by doing, and pursue better solutions.
• Champion the Customer – Understand customer needs and deliver solutions that create lasting value.
• Deliver as One Team – Collaborate across functions, locations, and disciplines to achieve shared success.
• Drive Results Efficiently – Execute with urgency, accountability, and a focus on delivering meaningful results.
• Build a Sustainable Legacy – Strengthen our people, business, and communities for the future.

In addition, we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth and internal advancement opportunities
• A collaborative engineering culture where your ideas matter