NPI Program Engineer - Vehicle Launch

IntroductionIn this position, you will play a critical role in the successful launch of new vehicle and powertrain models within North America manufacturing plants. You will be responsible for the overall program management and delivery of new vehicle programs, ensuring successful execution across various phases including issue resolution, quality and status assessments, vehicle fleet management, and adherence to established budgets and timing.Required Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree4 years of experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project management tools2 years of experience with problem-solving disciplines using statistical mindsets1 year of experience in Powertrain/Vehicle Operations manufacturing, design, and/or program management, with project management or launch experiencePrior work experience in the automotive industryApplicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2Preferred Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical fieldProgram management experienceManufacturing experienceStrong communication skills, both written and verbalDemonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and highly organizedExperience with Engineering Change Management and Issue ManagementDay-to-Day ResponsibilitiesServe as a key gatekeeper for New Model Programs, ensuring adherence to established processes and standards throughout the launch lifecycleManage and oversee all activities related to pre-production build events, ensuring they meet program objectives for quality and efficiencyManage the ordering, building, testing, and ultimate disposition of pre-production vehiclesLead the build issues management process for the cross-functional program team, driving issues to resolutionCo-chair relevant launch meetings and proactively drive resolution of part support issues for each pre-production build eventManage launch budget approval processes and execute elements specifically controlled by New Model Programs within the overall launch budgetPrepare and present comprehensive New Model Program weekly assessment reportsChampion senior management presentations, effectively communicating program status, challenges, and proposed solutionsFacilitate the smooth transition and integration of launch teams into the manufacturing plantsFor immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.