Sr. Powertrain R&D Resource Planning Associate

We are seeking a Sr. Powertrain R&D Resource Planning Associate to support strategic planning, operational modeling, and business analytics within the Powertrain organization. This role will play a critical part in driving data-driven decision-making, financial modeling, and business case development to optimize operations and support long-term powertrain strategy.

As part of the Powertrain Strategic Planning & Business Management team, you will collaborate with engineering, finance, supply chain, and leadership teams to provide insights that enhance operational efficiency, cost structure, and business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Business Analysis

• Develop and analyze business cases, engagement models, and capital investment strategies for powertrain projects
• Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and scenario analysis to support long-term powertrain planning
• Identify operational inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities across the powertrain organization

Operational & Financial Modeling

• Build data-driven financial models to assess the impact of engineering decisions, manufacturing investments, and cost structures
• Support budget planning and forecasting for powertrain programs in collaboration with finance teams
• Develop resource planning models to optimize headcount, capital expenditure, and operational workflows

Data Analytics & Performance Tracking

• Create dashboards, reports, and KPIs to track powertrain performance, cost efficiency, and operational metrics
• Analyze cost trends, program efficiency, and risk factors to provide actionable insights for leadership
• Leverage data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.) to present key findings and recommendations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, finance, corp. facilities, supply chain, and leadership teams to drive business improvements
• Support executive reporting, presentations, and strategic decision-making with data-driven insights
• Act as a liaison between powertrain leadership and corporate strategy teams to align business objectives

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in business analysis, financial modeling, strategic planning, or operations
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems, EV industry dynamics, and manufacturing operations
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar data analytics tools
• Experience in business case development, cost modeling, and scenario analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for cross-functional collaboration

Preferred

• Experience in the EV industry, automotive sector, or consulting
• Familiarity with CAPEX/OPEX planning, investment analysis, and cost optimization
• Knowledge of supply chain logistics, manufacturing processes, and operational efficiency metrics
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work in fast-paced, data-driven environments