Vehicle Engineering Program Manager

Paylocity; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EDAG is seeking a Vehicle Engineering Program Manager located in Georgia. You will lead and mentor a team of program analysts, drive engineering solutions, and deliver executive-level reports on program status, risks, and milestones.

Qualifications include 10+ years in program management, 2–5 years in vehicle programs, 7–10+ years in the automotive industry, and proven leadership with direct reports. Some domestic/international travel required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in program management.
• 2–5 years in vehicle program management.
• 7–10+ years in the automotive industry.
• Previous leadership of direct reports.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of program analysts to drive performance.
• Lead problem-solving for engineering challenges with benchmarking and market analysis.
• Prepare and deliver reports to upper management; ensure alignment on programs.
• Develop and implement PM frameworks and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define objectives, scope, and plans.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, manage budgets, and forecast resources.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budgeting & forecasting

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE
Working together, growing together, creating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You‘ll go your own way in your career at a high level – nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a VEHICLE ENGINEERING PROGRAM MANAGER

DESCRIPTION

• Lead and manage a team of program analysts, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to drive exceptional performance
• Lead problem-solving activities for engineering challenges, leveraging competitive benchmarking, business case analysis, cost & weight initiatives, and market/customer analysis
• Prepare and deliver frequent reports to upper- and executive-level management; drive one-voice alignment across organizations on program issues, features, and specs
• Develop and implement program management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices for consistent, effective project execution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program objectives, scope, and success criteria, and establish project plans and timelines
• Monitor program progress, identify risks/issues, develop mitigation strategies, and manage program budgets, resource allocation, and forecasting

REQUIREMENTS

• 10+ years of overall experience, including 2-5 years in vehicle program management or a related field and 7-10+ years in the automotive industry
• Prior leadership experience, including managing direct reports, with a proven record leading and delivering complex programs and projects
• In-depth knowledge of program management methodologies, tools, and frameworks; familiarity with program management tools/software
• Preferred: program management experience at an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier; professional certification
• Some domestic and international travel required
• English (C1-C2)
• 1 year contact
• Location: Georgia

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