Technical Lead Manager Jobs in Michigan

Position Overview:

• Plan and execute vehicle projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Wire Harness North America organization at the vehicle level.
• Lead cross-functional teams within HDNA organization, providing guidance and support to team members.
• Communicate vehicle requirements and provide support to HDNA Engineering Teams as needed.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report to stakeholders regularly.
• Manage project budgets, including cost rollup and budget allocation.
• Oversee GIMS/Issue Management and burn-down processes, identifying and resolving issues as they arise.
• Lead and communicate all supplier-related milestones, including iSpeed freeze DEF import/export, design freeze, CN approvals, print releases, and part delivery.
• Lead Assembly Plant Pilot builds, ensuring smooth execution and timely resolution of any issues.
• Coordinate PER trials and collaborate with Plant stakeholders feedback / EE SWAT team for End of Line (EOL) activities.
• Take the lead in coordinating HDNA bulletin reviews / responses to SSTM and vehicle team.
• Provide support to HDNA Engineering Team, including part sign-off part verification, DV/PV, and Off Tool parts activities.
• Manage EBOM (Engineering Bill of Materials) and oversee Quality/Warranty analysis, implementing necessary actions to address quality concerns.
• Coordinate Assembly Plant clean points and oversee Service Actions to enhance product quality.
• Support standardization of components and documentation.
• Engage in benchmarking activity and implementation of lessons learned.
• Responsible to participate / present in HDNA program reviews and vehicle team meetings.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience
• Experience with transportation wiring design and release experience or vehicle electrical system experience (SWAT, root cause)
• Excellent communication skills that include writing, creation, and presentation of management-level high-quality presentation materials and reports
• Program Management experience
• Proficient in MS Office suite of tools, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training in DFMEA, DVP&R and DFSS development tools and processes
• Working knowledge of CAD systems (NX, Catia)
• Fluency in Spanish and English
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing facilities
• Familiarity with wiring harness drawings and specifications for automotive applications
• Web publishing and familiarity with SharePoint data management environments