Sr.Manager , Exterior Systems

This position requires an experienced professional with a responsibility for managing the design and development of the Exterior Trim systems of a world-class vehicle in terms of performance, reliability and Craftsmanship.  Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Having proven leadership experience, you will help to Build, lead, and mentor a world-class Exterior Trim engineering team.
• Equally comfortable creating concept to supporting parts into production to create industry-leading Premium Exterior Trim.  
• Working closely with Design Studio and collaboratively with cross functional teams to implement the best in class Exteriors.
• Collaborate with Tier 1 and directed suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on time delivery.
• Working with the Project team to ensure on time delivery and cost targets are met
• Reporting to Director of Body Engineering and required to present to Executive team
• Participate in defining technical and design verification requirements
• Participate in the creation of validation test plans and ensure US/EU/China regulatory compliance.
• Vehicle launch experience
• Team player, calm under pressure and prepared to help cross functionally to achieve company goals
• As an Engineering Manager in the Exteriors team, you will be responsible for defining, developing, and delivering systems that meet vehicle performance requirements
• Exterior systems include Glass, Bumper Fascia, Grills, Front End modules, Side Trim & Moldings, Appliques, Spoiler and Liftgate Trims, Fenders, Underbody, Mirrors and some mechanisms. 

Qualifications

• At least 12 years of hands-on experience in Automotive and exterior engineering including leading a team of multi-discipline engineers demonstrating the ability to be detail oriented.
• Full program cycle experiences from concept to production launch in Exterior Trim development
• Ability to create/improve/establish technical product specifications and timelines to achieve an accelerated development cycle towards SOP
• Experienced in using CAD to review drawings, packaging layouts, and DFM studies with the ability to create simple sections and CAD forms.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to achieve success in a fast-paced startup environment
• Vehicle and product launch experience.   
• Experience in the design and development of Exterior components with a good understanding of materials, Injection molding/ Vacuum forming/Encapsulation/Decorative processes and light weighting strategies.
• Knowledgeable of Exterior regulations and requirements for worldwide markets with good experience with safety requirements including Pedestrian Protection
• Knowledge of DFMEA, GD&T, DVP Creation 
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint

Advantageous

• Design experience operating with CATIA V6 3DExperience
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to achieve success in a fast-paced startup environment
• Exceptional technical abilities paired with excellent communication skill

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Science in relevant discipline such as Mechanical Engineering required
• Master's degree in Science in relevant discipline such as Mechanical Engineering a plus