Product Development Engineer-Pre-Program Strategy and Implementation
Core
Lead and manage new powertrain projects (ICE Transmissions, Power Split Transmissions, Power Units) by developing strategies for in-house vs. supplier development, setting timelines/budgets, and owning the system lifecycle from concept to release.
Role type
Senior Product Development Engineer (Pre-Program Strategy)
Builds
New powertrain architectures and components for vehicles
Domain
Automotive, Powertrain Engineering
Required skills
Powertrain development, Make/Buy analysis, Cost estimation, Program management, Systems engineering, BOM structure development, Supplier management, Manufacturing coordination, Cross-functional collaboration, Project management
Preferred skills
Master's degree, Program management experience, Cost study development, Quality/Cost/Weight/Function optimization, Early development manufacturing experience, Powertrain planning experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office Tools
Responsibilities
Launch new powertrain architectures through unit approval process, Develop strategies for complexity vs. carryover content, Conduct upfront manufacturing studies of make/buy business cases, Establish cost targets aligning with program targets, Navigate GPDS program gateways and deliverables, Provide estimates and review actuals for externally purchased vs. internally built units, Support engineering change control activity and global coordination, Update indicated cost tracking documents and program checkbooks, Drive development of advanced propulsion solutions and technology roadmaps.