Manager, Powertrain Development

Job Responsibilities

· Develop methods, selection criteria and performance objectives for the vehicle from a powertrain and drivetrain perspective

· Develop vehicle specifications for performance, quality and durability for internal use and external specifications – source packages as required

· Develop and manage prototype and production component selection

· Develop and manage vehicle integration – vehicle controls and power management

· Develop and manage testing and validation requirements

· Design and engineer systems for vehicle functionality as required

· Develop wire harness/connections as required

· Take a lead role in vehicle design and direction from a performance/range and functionality perspective

· Manage team resources as required with direction and accountability

· Create departmental objectives which align with overall project goals and milestones

· Work collaboratively with all departments in order to achieve results

· Identify QPO – Quality Performance Objectives for long term vehicle sustainability

· Support and help develop systems engineering quality validation expectations

· Develop other resources as required for project success

· Manage supply chain – critical component engineering and vendor selection

· Provide Engineering reports / summaries and or direction for Executive Management Review as required

· Plan & drive strategic priorities

· Ensures the strategy (timeline/milestones) is well communicated with stakeholders for alignment and meeting objectives

· Facilitate project status meetings with stakeholders

· Monitors and manages all key dates and timing charts as required

· Identify roadblocks and recommend appropriate resolutions

· Manages information internally as required by the project

· Responsible for timely communication of information and escalate necessary updates

· Ensures successful project launch – on time & on budget

Qualifications

· Post-secondary degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field

· 5+ years’ experience in electro-mechanical engineering, powertrain development or related field

· Subject Matter Expert in Mechanical and Control Systems

· Impeccable oral and written communication & presentation skills, with the ability to interface with senior management

· Strong relationship building skills (internal & external stakeholders)

· Proactive view to identifying & driving financial benefits for assigned projects

· Proven successful launches of previous programs (on time & on budget)

· Ability to think & execute strategically and is results oriented

· Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail

· Proficient with MS Office Suite

· Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi task as required

· Experience in the Automotive Industry is an asset