Volkswagen Jobs Hiring Now
Volkswagen is hiring for 35 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations and account management, with listed salaries up to about $211,000. Migrate Mate updates Volkswagen's live openings daily. Volkswagen is a global automotive manufacturer producing passenger vehicles, with U.S. operations spanning engineering, sales, and vehicle service.
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Volkswagen hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 35
- Top team
- Business Operations
- Seniority
- Mid to senior level
- Work type
- 9% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Chattanooga
- Salary range
- $35,000–$211,000
Listed salaries for Volkswagen roles on Migrate Mate range from about $35,000 to $211,000 per year across 35 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
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Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.
Brief Role Description
This position is Career Level 20P+ located in Chattanooga, TN, with a Role Classification of Hybrid.
Role Summary
The Manager, Chattanooga Communications is accountable for defining and executing the internal communications and employee engagement strategy for Volkswagen’s Chattanooga manufacturing & operations site. Reporting to the Director of Workforce Communications, this role serves as the senior-most communications authority on-site, with responsibility for communications outcomes that directly impact workforce stability, labor environment, and operational execution.
The role shapes and influences plant leadership decision-making through strategic communications counsel tied to business priorities, risk mitigation, and workforce sentiment. As a member of the Plant Leadership Committee, this role contributes to site leadership discussions and helps ensure communications considerations are integrated into key plant decisions. In close partnership with HR, Manufacturing, Operations, Labor Relations, and Corporate Communications, this role ensures aligned, consistent, and compliant communications across all plant audiences, while establishing governance, standards, and direction for all employee-facing messaging.
Role Responsibilities
- List essential functions in order of importance; include percentage of time spent performing each function (total should equal 100%)
- Chattanooga Plant Communications Leadership and Strategy (25%)
- Define and lead site-level communications strategy aligned to VWGoA priorities, ensuring alignment to business performance, workforce engagement, and operational continuity.
- Influence plant leadership decisions through strategic communications counsel grounded in business priorities, workforce sentiment, and risk considerations.
- Anticipate and proactively mitigate workforce and reputational risks through communications strategy and message planning.
- Bring Volkswagen brand and product stories to life locally, equipping employees with clear, shareable messaging that supports employee ambassador engagement.
- Establish and maintain an integrated editorial framework aligned to production schedules, operational milestones, and workforce priorities.
- Content Oversight and Channel Governance (25%)
- Establish and enforce governance, standards, and approval processes across all plant communications channels, including email, digital signage, SharePoint, presentations, and on-site materials.
- Serve as final decision authority for employee-facing messaging in high-impact or sensitive situations.
- Ensure all communications are aligned with labor, legal, and enterprise requirements, maintaining consistency and integrity across all messaging.
- Define and oversee measurement approach for communications effectiveness, using insights to continuously improve reach, engagement, and impact.
- Team Leadership and Resource Management (20%)
- Lead, develop, and scale the site communications team through goal setting, performance management, and ongoing coaching.
- Drive capability building and succession planning for the plant communications function.
- Prioritize and allocate resources to support both planned communications and rapid-response needs in a complex manufacturing environment.
- Oversee external vendor and agency relationships, ensuring effective use of resources.
- Employee Engagement and Plant Activation (15%)
- Define and lead workforce engagement strategy for a multi-shift manufacturing environment, aligned to plant performance, morale, and employee experience.
- Oversee planning and execution of key engagement moments, including town halls, leadership forums, recognition programs, and plant milestones.
- Ensure engagement strategy effectively reaches both hourly and salaried employees across shifts and work environments.
- Operational Change, Issues, and Rapid Response (15%)
- Lead communications strategy and execution for operational changes, including production shifts, scheduling adjustments, and workforce-impacting decisions.
- Serve as primary communications lead for plant-level crises, labor-sensitive issues, and business continuity events.
- Partner with plant leadership, HR, Labor Relations, Legal, and Corporate Communications to manage high-risk and high-visibility situations.
- Provide strategic counsel to leaders during sensitive or rapidly evolving situations, ensuring clarity, consistency, and risk mitigation in messaging.
- Shape workforce communications strategy in partnership with Labor Relations and the UAW to support effective communication in a unionized environment.
Qualifications
Years of Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, public affairs, or a related field. Experience in a manufacturing or labor-sensitive environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated executive advising and people management experience.
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required
Desired Education:
- Post graduate work a plus
Skills:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to influence and advise senior leaders.
- Strong judgment and decision-making capability in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities across enterprise and site-level needs.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong knowledge of emerging technologies and platforms that improve workforce communications and engagement.
Required Skills:
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and shape operational decision-making
- Experience advising leaders during high-impact or sensitive situations
- Experience overseeing internal channels, governance frameworks and content workflows (email, digital signage, SharePoint, presentations, on-site materials)
- Experience leading employee engagement strategy in a frontline, multi-shift environment
- Experience operating in highly complex, matrixed, and labor-sensitive environments Demonstrated ownership of communications during crisis or high-risk events
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with Chattanooga or greater Tennessee community
- Established relationships with automotive, local or business media
- Knowledge of German, Spanish or other language a plus
- Experience partnering with Labor Relations and HR to deliver aligned workforce communications in a unionized environment
- Knowledge of Volkswagen structure and practices or automotive manufacturing
Work Flexibility:
- Physical requirements, travel requirements, work schedule, etc.
- Role is fully on-site at Chattanooga VW plant
- While minimal, up to 15% travel may be required.
Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.
This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Job ID: 27790 Company: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Location: Chattanooga, TN, US, 37416 #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; } Department: Communication and PR Career Level: Professionals Working Model: Full-time Contract Type: Unlimited Remote Working: Mobile Work not possible Posting Date: Jun 26, 2026 .buttontextea24e7ab4c5801fa a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontextea24e7ab4c5801fa a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Join the New Volkswagen team. If you aspire to be part of the mobility of the future, Volkswagen is for you. We are the ideal match for people with a passion for innovation, oriented to achieve sustainable results, and who can work in a team generating positive and collaborative work environments. Here is your next challenge. Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state of-the art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. .buttontext50c6c9f156f0bfcb a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext50c6c9f156f0bfcb a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Learn more about us About us | LinkedIn Volkswagen of America, Inc About Us | LinkedIn VW Chattanooga Operations .buttontext61b068abdf985dbc a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext61b068abdf985dbc a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Privacy Policy Data Privacy | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. .buttontext7b1b2c14a4820579 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext7b1b2c14a4820579 a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Support For more information contact: Chattanooga Operations Production: vwjobs@vw.com All Others: vwgroupcareers@vw.com
Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.
Brief Role Description
This position is Career Level 20P+ located in Chattanooga, TN, with a Role Classification of Hybrid.
Role Summary
The Manager, Chattanooga Communications is accountable for defining and executing the internal communications and employee engagement strategy for Volkswagen’s Chattanooga manufacturing & operations site. Reporting to the Director of Workforce Communications, this role serves as the senior-most communications authority on-site, with responsibility for communications outcomes that directly impact workforce stability, labor environment, and operational execution.
The role shapes and influences plant leadership decision-making through strategic communications counsel tied to business priorities, risk mitigation, and workforce sentiment. As a member of the Plant Leadership Committee, this role contributes to site leadership discussions and helps ensure communications considerations are integrated into key plant decisions. In close partnership with HR, Manufacturing, Operations, Labor Relations, and Corporate Communications, this role ensures aligned, consistent, and compliant communications across all plant audiences, while establishing governance, standards, and direction for all employee-facing messaging.
Role Responsibilities
- List essential functions in order of importance; include percentage of time spent performing each function (total should equal 100%)
- Chattanooga Plant Communications Leadership and Strategy (25%)
- Define and lead site-level communications strategy aligned to VWGoA priorities, ensuring alignment to business performance, workforce engagement, and operational continuity.
- Influence plant leadership decisions through strategic communications counsel grounded in business priorities, workforce sentiment, and risk considerations.
- Anticipate and proactively mitigate workforce and reputational risks through communications strategy and message planning.
- Bring Volkswagen brand and product stories to life locally, equipping employees with clear, shareable messaging that supports employee ambassador engagement.
- Establish and maintain an integrated editorial framework aligned to production schedules, operational milestones, and workforce priorities.
- Content Oversight and Channel Governance (25%)
- Establish and enforce governance, standards, and approval processes across all plant communications channels, including email, digital signage, SharePoint, presentations, and on-site materials.
- Serve as final decision authority for employee-facing messaging in high-impact or sensitive situations.
- Ensure all communications are aligned with labor, legal, and enterprise requirements, maintaining consistency and integrity across all messaging.
- Define and oversee measurement approach for communications effectiveness, using insights to continuously improve reach, engagement, and impact.
- Team Leadership and Resource Management (20%)
- Lead, develop, and scale the site communications team through goal setting, performance management, and ongoing coaching.
- Drive capability building and succession planning for the plant communications function.
- Prioritize and allocate resources to support both planned communications and rapid-response needs in a complex manufacturing environment.
- Oversee external vendor and agency relationships, ensuring effective use of resources.
- Employee Engagement and Plant Activation (15%)
- Define and lead workforce engagement strategy for a multi-shift manufacturing environment, aligned to plant performance, morale, and employee experience.
- Oversee planning and execution of key engagement moments, including town halls, leadership forums, recognition programs, and plant milestones.
- Ensure engagement strategy effectively reaches both hourly and salaried employees across shifts and work environments.
- Operational Change, Issues, and Rapid Response (15%)
- Lead communications strategy and execution for operational changes, including production shifts, scheduling adjustments, and workforce-impacting decisions.
- Serve as primary communications lead for plant-level crises, labor-sensitive issues, and business continuity events.
- Partner with plant leadership, HR, Labor Relations, Legal, and Corporate Communications to manage high-risk and high-visibility situations.
- Provide strategic counsel to leaders during sensitive or rapidly evolving situations, ensuring clarity, consistency, and risk mitigation in messaging.
- Shape workforce communications strategy in partnership with Labor Relations and the UAW to support effective communication in a unionized environment.
Qualifications
Years of Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, public affairs, or a related field. Experience in a manufacturing or labor-sensitive environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated executive advising and people management experience.
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required
Desired Education:
- Post graduate work a plus
Skills:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to influence and advise senior leaders.
- Strong judgment and decision-making capability in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities across enterprise and site-level needs.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong knowledge of emerging technologies and platforms that improve workforce communications and engagement.
Required Skills:
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and shape operational decision-making
- Experience advising leaders during high-impact or sensitive situations
- Experience overseeing internal channels, governance frameworks and content workflows (email, digital signage, SharePoint, presentations, on-site materials)
- Experience leading employee engagement strategy in a frontline, multi-shift environment
- Experience operating in highly complex, matrixed, and labor-sensitive environments Demonstrated ownership of communications during crisis or high-risk events
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with Chattanooga or greater Tennessee community
- Established relationships with automotive, local or business media
- Knowledge of German, Spanish or other language a plus
- Experience partnering with Labor Relations and HR to deliver aligned workforce communications in a unionized environment
- Knowledge of Volkswagen structure and practices or automotive manufacturing
Work Flexibility:
- Physical requirements, travel requirements, work schedule, etc.
- Role is fully on-site at Chattanooga VW plant
- While minimal, up to 15% travel may be required.
Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.
This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Job ID: 27790 Company: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Location: Chattanooga, TN, US, 37416 #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; } Department: Communication and PR Career Level: Professionals Working Model: Full-time Contract Type: Unlimited Remote Working: Mobile Work not possible Posting Date: Jun 26, 2026 .buttontextea24e7ab4c5801fa a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontextea24e7ab4c5801fa a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Join the New Volkswagen team. If you aspire to be part of the mobility of the future, Volkswagen is for you. We are the ideal match for people with a passion for innovation, oriented to achieve sustainable results, and who can work in a team generating positive and collaborative work environments. Here is your next challenge. Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state of-the art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. .buttontext50c6c9f156f0bfcb a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext50c6c9f156f0bfcb a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Learn more about us About us | LinkedIn Volkswagen of America, Inc About Us | LinkedIn VW Chattanooga Operations .buttontext61b068abdf985dbc a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext61b068abdf985dbc a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Privacy Policy Data Privacy | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. .buttontext7b1b2c14a4820579 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext7b1b2c14a4820579 a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #00b0f0 !important; outline: none !important; } Support For more information contact: Chattanooga Operations Production: vwjobs@vw.com All Others: vwgroupcareers@vw.com
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Volkswagen's 35 open roles are mid to senior level, and about 9% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are business operations, account management, and engineering (Non-Software). Volkswagen is a global automotive manufacturer with U.S. operations covering vehicle engineering, software development, cybersecurity, dealership sales, and service technician roles. The work spans both technical functions, such as electrical systems and embedded software, and customer-facing positions in sales and finance. Most Volkswagen roles are based in Chattanooga, with some in Auburn Hills and Belmont.
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How many jobs is Volkswagen hiring for right now?
Volkswagen is hiring for 35 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in business operations and account management. Roles range from electrical and systems engineering to dealership sales and automotive service technicians, reflecting active hiring across both technical and customer-facing functions.
What kinds of roles does Volkswagen hire for?
The most active teams are business operations, account management, and engineering (Non-Software). Volkswagen's open positions include engineering disciplines such as high-voltage systems, software development, and cybersecurity, alongside vehicle service technicians, automotive sales consultants, and business development roles. There are also finance and operations positions. Most postings are mid to senior level, though technician and sales roles appear across experience levels.
Are Volkswagen jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 9% of Volkswagen's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Chattanooga. Each Volkswagen listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Volkswagen?
Find a Volkswagen role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing directly to Volkswagen's own careers site to complete the application. Volkswagen manages its own hiring process, including any assessments, interviews, and offers. Migrate Mate keeps Volkswagen's listings current so the role you view reflects what is actively open.
What do Volkswagen jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Volkswagen roles on Migrate Mate range from about $35,000 to $211,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at mid to senior level. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by Volkswagen and shown on each listing.
Does Volkswagen hire entry-level?
Most of Volkswagen's open roles on Migrate Mate are mid to senior level as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual Volkswagen listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Volkswagen hiring?
Most Volkswagen roles are based in Chattanooga, with some in Auburn Hills and Belmont, and about 9% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.