Project Manager, Powertrain Operational Excellence

We are seeking a process-oriented and highly organized Project Manager to drive operational excellence within the Powertrain function of our electric vehicle (EV) business. This role, reporting into the Strategic Planning team, supports cross-functional initiatives focused on improving efficiency, standardizing processes, and enabling scalable execution. The ideal candidate combines strong project management skills, financial and systems awareness, and familiarity with tools like Jira and Tableau or Power BI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support Powertrain operational improvement projects that enhance execution, reduce inefficiencies, and align with strategic goals.
• Identify and document process gaps; propose and help implement improvements to increase operational performance and standardization.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and finance to ensure alignment and timely execution of strategic initiatives.
• Track and report on project progress using Jira, Confluence, and similar tools.
• Collaborate with finance and functional leads to monitor Opex and Capex spending, ensuring project execution aligns with approved budgets.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and scalable workflows that support consistent execution.
• Prepare performance reports and operational dashboards to support planning reviews and leadership updates.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in project management, operations, or process improvement—preferably in EV, automotive, or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Powertrain systems or engineering/manufacturing workflows is a strong plus.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams across departments.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and spreadsheets; familiarity with reporting and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
• Understanding of financial coordination for projects, including Opex/Capex tracking and reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is desirable.