CareerPlan

Lead, Thermal Systems SET

Novi, MIFull-time2026-10-28 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead the thermal system execution and integration for electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs, ensuring components meet program timing, cost, and quality targets.

Role type

Senior IC thermal systems program lead (automotive)

Builds

Thermal systems for Scout electric vehicles

Domain

Automotive, thermal management, vehicle integration

Required skills

thermal systems engineering, systems integration, program management, supplier management, cross-functional leadership, risk management, stakeholder alignment, validation planning, engineering change management

Preferred skills

VW Group product development processes, global stakeholder coordination, production readiness reviews, reusable readiness governance methods

Technologies

thermal systems, vehicle integration tools, readiness dashboards

Responsibilities

Own thermal-system timing plans and milestone tracking; coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing; lead system-level validation plans and issue resolution; maintain status reports and risk registers; drive supplier recovery planning; ensure component release readiness.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC