New Model Program Engineer

Company introductionWe are a leading manufacturing organization with North America operations dedicated to launching new vehicle and powertrain models.Role summary / purposeThe Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in the successful launch of new vehicle and powertrain models within North America manufacturing plants. This position is responsible for 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.Key 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 vehicles, including execution of the Pre-Production Drive Fleet Evaluation PlanManage the approval process for Product Development changes, ensuring these are integrated and proven out ahead of prototype buildsLead the build issues management process for the cross-functional program team, driving issues to resolution and ensuring timely closure of problems that could impact launchCo-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 reports, providing clear status updates and highlighting potential risksChampion senior management presentations, effectively communicating program status, challenges, and proposed solutionsFacilitate the smooth transition and integration of launch teams into the manufacturing plantsRequirements - education & experienceBachelor's degree4+ years of experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project2+ years of experience with problem solving disciplines using statistical mindsets1+ years of experience in Powertrain/Vehicle Operations manufacturing, design, and/or program management, with Project management or launch experienceRequired skillsProgram Management - ability to maintain a list of issues and work with a cross functional team to resolve themNice-to-have / preferred skillsBachelor'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 organizedStrong understanding of the processes and methodologies involved in bringing new vehicle models from development into full-scale productionExperience with Engineering Change Management and Issue ManagementEmployment details - type, location, hoursThis is a fully onsite position located at a Kentucky manufacturing facility. The position is based on a standard morning shift schedule with an estimated duration of 365 days. Overtime is required, with approximately 10 hours of overtime expected. Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.