Fuel Systems Program Manager

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Fuel Systems Program Manager. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!
Job Responsibilities

• Compensation (Range): / hour: $55.00 hr.
• Technical program manager for one or more vehicle lines by being the key point of contact between the Fuels systems design team and all other functional areas such as vehicle program management, engineering departments and manufacturing. Responsible for ensuring that the Fuels systems meets all functional and performance requirements while meeting cost, weight, investment, timing, and quality objectives. Components include Fuel cap/capless, Fuel tank, Fuel Delivery Module, Fuel lines, Canister, Sensors, Valves, filters, etc.
• Lead fuels system responsibilities through program production life cycle. Provide strong support of concept studies, initial packaging, thermal system design, cost and weight analysis, prototype procurement, supplier management, sourcing, tooling kickoff, validation, launch, program maintenance, change management, value optimization, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate technical issue resolution pertaining to engineering and quality at all stages of the program and across all functional areas. Must support plants activities representing Fuels systems.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program
• Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience with an emphasis on automotive Fuels Systems/components at either an OEM or supplier
• Strong leader with entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to sell ideas to all stakeholders
• Must be self-sufficient with ability to influence and lead others without formal authority.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to lead and manage suppliers.
• Must be able to manage multiple concurrent activities.
• Some travel required to supplier and vehicle assembly plants in North America.
• Proven experience in program management with the ability to set a timeline and execute at the required milestones.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with automotive fuels components and the guiding principles of operation behind them.
• Ability to proactively communicate with other colleagues, stakeholders, program management, and supervisors
• Experience and confidence in communicating status to a varied audience including top management
• Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
• General knowledge of tooling and manufacturing processes including molding, stamping, welding, brazing, machining, casting, and coatings.
• Ability and knowledge to create effective presentations
• High level of experience with MS Office tools
• Knowledge of automotive underhood packaging and general automotive assembly practices
• Ability to review and apply component and system DFMEAs and DVP&Rs
• Basic financial understanding with ability to maintain program budget
• Preferred Requirements
• Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program
• Understanding of vehicle thermal systems and common vehicle system interactions.
• Experience in component costing (variable cost and investment)
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer from a practical standpoint
• Understanding of electrical circuits, components and their operating principles
• Familiarity with powertrain software and controls
• Experience with Fuels-specific and total vehicle testing including NVH
• Experience in DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) proactive and/or reactive quality tools
• Working knowledge of UG/NX and CATIA CAD systems
• Knowledge of Stellantis systems and/or products a plus
• Additional Must Haves:
• Highly motivated self starter.
• Ability to set priority when faced with challenging goals.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of Fuel System and Evaporative Emissions components.
• Six to Eight years minimum (depending on experience).
• Location: Onsite (80% minimum at CTC, Auburn Hills, MI) / Remote Hybrid (20%).
• Driving a Stellantis vehicle is required
• 20%, vehicle assembly plants in Detroit / Windsor area, with some possibility of travel to other supplier locations in North America.

Benefits
As a Fuel Systems Program Manager with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment.
At Impellam Group, we offer a competitive compensation package with benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities
• Paid time off, including holidays
• 529 college savings program

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For this opportunity, the successful candidate will be directly employed by Bartech Staffing as a W2 employee while providing services to our client, who is looking for people who are eligible to work in the US and can start immediately.

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