Program Manager

03_Professionals (commercial) BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility. MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility Your Contribution: As a Program Manager , you will be responsible for driving new R&C Thermal Management programs from concept to launch. Responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of project plan. Actively manages program to ensure budget, deliverables, timing, and targets are met. Initiate all necessary support activities for rest of Product Life Cycle. Contributes to enhancing program management knowledge for new Program Managers. Lead programs from concept to launch by interfacing, coordinating, and supporting cross functional teams across several disciplines such as engineering, quality, logistics, and purchasing Manage and interface with internal global, regional, and functional teams in regard to program Organize and execute Project Plan (project structure; project phases, schedule and milestones; project organization, etc) Obtain commitment from all core team members for complete Project Plan Organize and execute Project Meetings (weekly team meetings, project reviews, quality gates, etc) Track, manage, oversee and report on all program deliverables (financials, quality, timing, technical specifications, etc.) and status Manage consolidated program costs, profitability, and budget Manage, drive, and own timing and change management deliverables Provide “voice” to and from the customer (in alignment with Sales), serve as filter, and drive consensus on all technical aspects between customer and company objectives Define and assure customer reimbursements Ensure application of all standardized methods, tools and forms (PDP 2014, , APQP) Provide consistent and accurate status reports periodically to management as applicable (PSF, CSF, Red project reports , Launch review reports) Your Experience & Qualifications: 3-5+ years of Program Management experience leading new product launches in a manufacturing environment. Proven experience managing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving programs from kickoff through production launch. Strong background working with suppliers, production readiness activities, APQP, launch management, and change management processes. Ability to influence and drive results across multiple functions without direct authority, while effectively managing stakeholders and competing priorities. Experience in automotive, industrial manufacturing, HVAC, or similar product-based industries; heat exchanger or thermal management experience is a strong plus. Our Offer: We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities, attractive salary & extensive personal benefits. After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s). Facts about the job Benefits: Entry level: Experienced hires Part- / Full-time: Full Time Functional area: Product Management Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems Location: Troy, MI, US, 48083 Company: MAHLE Filter Syst.(US) Nearest Major Market: Troy Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit Your future at MAHLE As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you. Shape the future with us. Our employee reviews #TeamMAHLE is diverse, and we see that as a great advantage! We welcome applications with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities. #J-18808-Ljbffr