Program Engineer

Group Presentation

thyssenkrupp is an international industrial and technology company employing around 100,000 people. Across 48 countries it generated sales of €38 billion in fiscal 2022/2023. Backed by extensive technological know-how, the businesses develop cost-effective and resource-friendly solutions to the challenges of the future, mainly in the fields of climate protection, the energy transition, digital transformation in the industry and mobility of the future. Under the thyssenkrupp umbrella brand the company creates long-term value with innovative products, technologies and services and contributes to a better life for future generations.

Company Presentation

The business unit thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the leading automotive suppliers and development partners for highly complex drivetrain technologies. Around 3,500 employees produce 27 million drivetrain components a year at ten locations in Germany, Liechtenstein, Hungary, China, USA, Brazil and Mexico. The product range mainly comprises assembled camshafts, valve train systems and rotor shafts for high-end combustion, hybrid and electric engines. Further products for battery electric vehicles are already at an advanced stage of development. With our manufacturing and automation expertise, we make a significant contribution to reducing emissions for sustainable mobility.

Your Responsibilities

Summary:

As a Program Engineer at thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components, you will take on a pivotal role in leading, planning, coordinating, and overseeing all efforts related to assigned projects. Your responsibilities will begin at the point of project handover and extend through to the End of Production (EOP). This position is integral to the successful execution of projects, requiring the utilization of the latest technologies to ensure efficiency and innovation in all processes. You will be expected to manage timelines, allocate resources, and ensure that all project goals are met within the specified parameters.

Key Deliverables:

The Program Engineer serves as an engaged and trusted source in the organization. Success in this role is measured by quantity of finished Change Requests, implemented cost savings by project, quantity of audit findings, excess inventory of parts after EOP and blocked project inventory. Key deliverables to ensure success are listed below:

• Safety Standards: Ensure a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies. Report hazards and wear required PPE.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned, supporting project and organizational goals.
• Process Authority: Stop processes to correct quality, safety, or environmental issues. Notify supervisors when processes are non-compliant.
• Project Handover: Assume responsibility for project handover from Program Management and ensure all milestones are met.
• Lead Project Teams: Lead cross-functional project teams, including department managers, engineers, and OEM representatives.
• APQP Champion: Champion the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process and maintain records.
• Implement Requirements: Implement all customer and specific program requirements.
• Customer Representative: Act as the primary contact from project handover through End of Production (EOP).
• Budget and Cost Monitoring: Monitor program budget and product costs. Lead cost optimization projects.
• Status Reporting: Report program status to management, providing updates on progress and issues.
• Supplier Development: Support supplier development, conduct evaluations, and perform cost calculations.
• Coordinate Changes: Manage design, process, and cost reduction changes to ensure smooth implementation.
• Risk Management: Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project scope. Changes, including design, process, cost reductions.
• End of Production (EOP) projects: Manage the feasibility of building products, oversee material stock and supply base, communicate customer demands and manage the complete processing of products.

Your Profile

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, a successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required and experience using AIAG automotive standards and APQP processes. 2 years of experience in Project Management, experience in automotive industry is preferred. 
• Language: Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge and experience with ERP/MRP software, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and Microsoft Office. Microsoft Project experience is preferred.
• Travel: Occasional travel, up to 10% including international. 
• Other: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 

Contact Details

We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en  Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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Your Benefits With Us

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplier Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!
• Annual Bonus Eligibility

We Value Diversity

thyssenKrupp Dynamic Components is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us at [email protected]