Powertrain Project Manager

Our client, a leading global automotive manufacturer, is seeking a Powertrain Project Manager to join their team. As a Powertrain Project Manager, you will be part of the Propulsion Systems Organization supporting Plant Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Vehicle Integration, Production Control, and Engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative leadership mindset which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Powertrain Project Manager
Location: Sterling Heights, MI (Sterling Heights Assembly Plant)
Pay Range: $65.20/hour

What’s the Job?

• Serve as the on-site propulsion systems technical lead, coordinating the integration of powertrain hardware, software, and calibrations within plant operations.
• Lead issue triage and drive resolution of propulsion-related concerns across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supplier quality, and production teams.
• Support execution builds, production launches, end-of-line activities, rolls testing, and propulsion part sign-off activities.
• Coordinate software and calibration deployment, including flash station readiness, validation, release timing, and recovery planning.
• Act as the primary liaison between plant operations and propulsion engineering, escalating risks and ensuring timely issue closure.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, powertrain/propulsion systems, vehicle integration, launch support, or production operations.
• Experience with software integration, calibration processes, diagnostics, controls, validation, or release management activities.
• Ability to lead structured problem-solving efforts across engineering, manufacturing, supplier quality, and production organizations.
• Strong communication, organizational, technical leadership, and stakeholder management skills in a fast-paced plant environment.

• Opportunity to support one of Stellantis’ highest-visibility propulsion and vehicle programs.
• Exposure to advanced powertrain technologies, vehicle launches, and large-scale manufacturing operations.
• Work alongside engineering, manufacturing, quality, software, and leadership teams on critical production initiatives.
• Long-term W2 contract opportunity with potential for conversion based on performance and business needs.
• High-impact role with significant visibility and opportunities for professional growth within the automotive industry.

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