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Fuel Systems Project Manager

Auburn Hills, MI ยท On-site

$110K/yr

... value optimization, and quality improvement initiatives. Coordinate technical issue resolution ... Fuels Systems. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Proven experience in program management with the ...

Fuel Systems Project Manager

Auburn Hills, MI ยท On-site

$110K/yr

... value optimization, and quality improvement initiatives.Coordinate technical issue resolution ... Fuels Systems.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Proven experience in program management with the ...

The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution ... Work closely with the Refining Technical Manager and plant operations to translate technical ...

The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution ... Work closely with the Refining Technical Manager and plant operations to translate technical ...

The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution ... Work closely with the Refining Technical Manager and plant operations to translate technical ...

The Trafigura Group owns global multi-metals producer Nyrstar; fuel storage and distribution ... Work closely with the Refining Technical Manager and plant operations to translate technical ...

Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and time management skills, with a proactive approach to ... optimal performance. Identify and execute both corrective and proactive maintenance actions to ...

$125K - $162K/yr

... g., fuel optimization, asset utilization, carbon emissions). Develop advanced telemetry models ... Experience: 5-7 years managing connected fleet architectures, logistics analytics, or transport ...

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Fuel Systems Project Manager

Auburn Hills, MI โ€ข On-site

Optimal Inc.
51 - 200 employees

$110K/yr

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Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Job Title:
Project Engineer Chief
Fuel System / SSTL (Sub-System Technical Lead)
Job Purpose:
Technical program manager for one or more vehicle lines by being the key point of contact between the Fuels Systems design team and all other functional areas such as vehicle program management, engineering departments and manufacturing.
Responsible for ensuring that the Fuels system meets all functional and performance requirements while meeting cost, weight, investment, timing, and quality objectives. Components include Fuel cap/capless, Fuel tank, Fuel Delivery Module, Fuel lines, Canister, Sensors, Valves, Filters and other items (including brackets / clips).
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead Fuels System responsibilities through program production life cycle. Provide strong support of concept studies, initial packaging, thermal system design, cost and weight analysis, prototype procurement, supplier management, sourcing, tooling kickoff, validation, launch, program maintenance, change management, value optimization, and quality improvement initiatives.
Coordinate technical issue resolution pertaining to engineering and quality at all stages of the program and across all functional areas. Must support plants activities representing Fuels Systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Proven experience in program management with the ability to set a timeline and execute at the required milestones.
  • Strong working knowledge and experience with automotive fuels components and the guiding principles of operation behind them.
  • Ability to proactively communicate with other colleagues, stakeholders, program management, and supervisors.
  • Experience and confidence in communicating status to a varied audience including top management.
  • Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team.
  • General knowledge of tooling and manufacturing processes including molding, stamping, welding, brazing, machining, casting, and coatings.
  • Ability and knowledge to create effective presentations.
  • High level of experience with MS Office tools.
  • Knowledge of automotive under hood packaging and general automotive assembly practices.
  • Ability to review and apply component and system DFMEAs and DVP&Rs.
  • Basic financial understanding with ability to maintain program budget.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program.
  • Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience with an emphasis on automotive Fuels Systems/components at either an OEM or supplier.
  • Strong leader with entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to sell ideas to all stakeholders.
  • Must be self-sufficient with ability to influence and lead others without formal authority.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to lead and manage suppliers.
  • Must be able to manage multiple concurrent activities.
  • Some travel required to supplier and vehicle assembly plants in North America.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program.
  • Understanding of vehicle thermal systems and common vehicle system interactions.
  • Experience in component costing (variable cost and investment).
  • Solid understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer from a practical standpoint.
  • Understanding of electrical circuits, components and their operating principles.
  • Familiarity with powertrain software and controls.
  • Experience with Fuels-specific and total vehicle testing including NVH.
  • Experience in DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) proactive and/or reactive quality tools.
  • Working knowledge of UG/NX and CATIA CAD systems.