Technical Manager

Managing the technical content, definition and configuration of the Platform including:BOM Management for the Platform including Change ManagementTechnical data and VISBOM contentPlatform diversity and component interchangeabilityAchieving Quality, Cost, Timing, and Performance ObjectivesCoordinates with purchasing for RFQ, supplier selection, and change managementSupport regional requirements and contentLeading the technical activity of component and system development:Design, development, and validation of component and systemsLeads decision / stakeholder meetings at the platform levelDesign freeze and tooling kick offConformity of regulatory requirementsCoordination of technical teamsCoordinating activities with Manufacturing Engineering and the plant:Alignment of design and manufacturing process to support cost, investment, and quality objectivesCompatibility of product and processPackaging issues and requirements with logisticsMake buy convergenceManaging the technical relationship with Top Hats, other Platforms, and Advanced Engineering:Confirm platform supports Top Hat requirements and future product requirementsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related degree field8 years of Automotive Industry experienceExperience in vehicle / component design / release engineering, vehicle finance cost, program management, and / or component cost analysisExperience with NVH, Durability, SafetyExcellent leadership communications / people skillsAttention to detailAble to manage change and present ideas / concepts to all levels of managementAble to motivate and lead people that do not report directly to youMS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)Preferred Qualifications:Advanced technical or management degreeExcellent relationship building skillsAbility to present ideas and concepts successfully to all levels of managementAbility to productively manage changeExcellent communication skills (oral and written)Critical Skills:Design and Development of components/systems associated with Chassis, Propulsion, or Body through a full project cycle.Understanding of vehicle construction by systems (Body, Chassis, Powertrain, Interior, etc) and subsystems (Underbody, suspension, trim, cooling, HVAC, etc.).Understand part break up of vehicles and how they are assembled.Ability to identify and organize technical commodities into their functional purpose.Identify and propose design alternatives to meet and exceed aggressive cost targetsMethodology/Tools Expertise: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel & PowerPoint)Excel commands (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)Fastcar2EBOM & STVSMAK (Vehicle volume tracking)CCD/CN ProcessPDP for TKO/DV testingETKO ProcessSource Package System (Review and Approval)GIM’s / Tracking and Issue ResolutionTeamcenter / Vis Pro Brand: FCA GroupJob ID: 2020863Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: EngineeringPosted Date: 17/08/2026