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Job Description: Engagement Director, Automotive Engineering Location: Detroit, Michigan – Hybrid - 3 days/wk About the job you're considering

Capgemini Engineering is seeking an accomplished Engagement Director to lead strategic engineering delivery programs for a leading global automotive client.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving delivery excellence, operational performance, customer satisfaction, and business growth across a diverse portfolio of engineering engagements.

Working closely with Delivery Heads, Practice Leaders, and customer executives, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of automotive innovation across areas including body systems, chassis, propulsion, electrification, electronics, infotainment, vehicle integration, and performance engineering.

You will lead large, global, multicultural teams while helping transform delivery models and strengthening Capgemini Engineering's position as a trusted partner to the client.

This role offers the opportunity to influence executive stakeholders, lead complex engineering programs, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to the evolution of next-generation automotive solutions.

Your role

• Direct and manage a portfolio of automotive engineering engagements, ensuring successful delivery across domains including body systems, chassis, interiors, propulsion, electrification, electronics, infotainment, vehicle integration, and performance engineering.
• Lead and mentor Engagement Managers and delivery teams, fostering a high-performance culture while supporting talent development, capability building, and succession planning.
• Build trusted partnerships with senior customer stakeholders, aligning delivery strategies with business objectives and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction.
• Oversee portfolio financial performance, including profitability, resource utilization, staffing optimization, and alignment with global delivery centers to drive operational efficiency.
• Facilitate executive-level business reviews, communicating delivery performance, identifying improvement opportunities, and driving continuous service excellence.
• Support the transition of client engagements toward Managed Services and outcome-based delivery models, helping deliver greater scalability, efficiency, and business value.
• Contribute to account growth by shaping value-driven solutions, supporting complex proposals, reviewing commercial opportunities, and tailoring offerings to meet client-specific requirements.

Your skills and experience

• 15+ years of experience leading large-scale engineering delivery programs and managing complex project portfolios within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive and mechanical engineering domains, including body systems, chassis, interiors, propulsion, electrification, electronics, infotainment, vehicle integration, and vehicle performance.
• Demonstrated success building trusted client relationships and influencing executive-level stakeholders in complex business environments.
• Experience leading delivery model transformations, including transitions from Time & Materials engagements to Managed Services and Fixed Price delivery models.
• Strong project and program management expertise with a track record of delivering high-quality outcomes while managing risk, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multicultural, globally distributed teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and talent growth.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with experience managing portfolio profitability, resource optimization, proposal reviews, and business performance metrics.

What you'll love about working here

At Capgemini Engineering, you'll be part of a global team at the forefront of engineering innovation. You'll collaborate with industry leaders, influence strategic customer initiatives, and contribute to technologies that are shaping the future of mobility.

We offer an environment that supports professional growth, leadership development, continuous learning, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on some of the industry's most transformative programs.

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive and contribute their best.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is($103,879 - $242,400/year)

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.

In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy Vacation 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem