Technical Project Engineer

About Us

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, with a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGE™. With over 12,500 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries, PHINIA is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. At PHINIA, we Provide fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality — developed and manufactured responsibly — that are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications. In doing so, we contribute to a cleaner tomorrow, treat our people and surrounding communities with respect, and hold ourselves accountable to robust ethical standards. Our Culture PHINIA promotes and cultivates an inclusive culture and diverse perspectives, strives to maintain its reputation for excellence, thrives on the power of collaboration, and fosters the development of our talented employees. We believe in making a positive impact through our business and actions, and we take our collective responsibility seriously.

Career Opportunities

We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

Job Purpose

PHINIA is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as a Technical Project Engineer at our Aftermarket Remanufacturing Plant in Troy, MI. This person is responsible for implementation, coordination, maintenance and training of Program Management Process, Systems and Tools. The objective is to establish a best-in class program management process that can help the organization’s ability to manage projects successfully and to exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver advanced manufacturing and test systems using digital tools and automation.
• Own end-to-end project execution, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and cost with data-driven rigor.
• Convert complex requirements into executable plans, driving alignment, and rapid decision-making.
• Manage budgets and capital investments with a focus on ROI and predictive financial performance.
• Interface with suppliers and integrators, driving technical alignment through structured digital collaboration.
• Oversee equipment build, installation, and production readiness using streamlined and automated workflows.
• Deliver executive updates and business cases using data-backed insights and real-time reporting.
• Define and manage SOWs with clear scope, deliverables, and system-driven progress tracking.
• Oversee system development/management and process execution to ensure efficient project delivery and operational consistency.
• Drive schedule adherence and risk mitigation through proactive planning and issue resolution

Bachelor’s Degree Required

• Mechanical or Electromechanical Engineering

Program Management Experience

• 3+ Years in Automotive Industry

Technical Background

• Complex Manufacturing Systems
• Automotive Manufacturing
• Precision Engineering

Financial Acumen

• Cost Control
• Budgeting
• Capital Planning
• ROI

Communication Skills

• Simplify Complex Ideas
• Influence Decisions

Supplier and Partner Experience

• Working with Suppliers
• System Integrators
• External Partners

Project Management Skills

• Lead Cross-Functional Teams
• Execute Projects
• Align Stakeholders
• Make Rapid Decisions
• Manage Budgets
• Drive Schedule Adherence
• Risk Mitigation

Skills and Certifications

• MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word)
• CAPM / PMP Certification (Preferred)
• Experience with SAP or Other ERP Systems (Preferred)

What We Offer

We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization. Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation. We are committed to providing our team with quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well-being resources, family-centric policies, and an agile workplace program, where not precluded by collective bargaining agreements or national statutory plans. Plans are benchmarked for competitiveness and value. We provide formal development opportunities at all levels and stages of employee careers. These opportunities are delivered in a variety of formats to make our portfolio of solutions agile, sustainable, and scalable to support our employees in developing the skills needed to succeed.

What We Believe

• Product Leadership - Innovation that brings value to our customers
• Humility - Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively
• Inclusivity - Recognizing our differences makes us stronger; we are bold and intentional
• Net-Zero - Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse
• Integrity - Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right
• Accountability - Taking ownership of our actions and driving results

Safety

We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance supporting the health and wellness of our employees!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis, in the country where the position is currently based.

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