Stellantis

General Assembly Facilities Engineering Manager

Stellantis • $110K — $130K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of project management experience in automotive or industrial settings
  • Proven leadership of cross-functional teams and complex projects
  • Strong experience in scope development and budget management
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and engineering design tools
  • Familiarity with computer applications like Excel and Teamcenter
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of facilities and production equipment strategies
  • Establish and manage unit content matrix for equipment
  • Direct demolition and installation activities
  • Approve project documentation including scopes and execution plans
  • Provide leadership in assembly tooling design and performance testing
  • Oversee assembly station layout for efficiency and safety
  • Drive continuous improvement in facilities systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Retirement plan options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Work-life balance initiatives
  • Dynamic work environment with diverse teams
Full Job Description
The General Assembly Facilities Engineering Manager will lead and oversee projects for the design and installation of facilities and equipment supporting Vehicle Process Engineering in new model launches in North America and Canada. This role is responsible for developing and executing project strategies, establishing technical standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Manager will ensure successful delivery of programs while meeting cost, quality, and timing objectives, and will provide leadership to cross-functional teams, suppliers, and plant stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

The GA Engineering Facilities Manager will be responsible for the development, implementation, and governance of VPE standards and specifications, including:

  • Lead development and standardization of facilities and production equipment strategies across programs
  • Establish and manage unit content matrix for facilities and production equipment
  • Direct demolition and installation activities for new and existing program equipment
  • Own and approve project documentation including scopes of work, bid packages, drawings, and execution plans
  • Provide leadership in assembly tooling design, fabrication, validation, and performance testing
  • Oversee assembly station layout and ergonomic design to optimize operator efficiency and safety
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across facilities systems and processes


Launch:

  • Lead launch readiness activities and ensure systems meet required cycle times and operational targets
  • Drive resolution of downtime, inefficiencies, and systemic issues related to facilities
  • Provide leadership in resolving build issues and coordinating cross-functional support
  • Manage supplier performance and lead corrective actions using structured problem-solving and Kaizen methodologies


Project Management:

  • Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project execution
  • Own program timelines, deliverables, and reporting to ensure alignment with master schedules and program objectives
  • Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
  • Proactively identify risks and implement recovery plans and change management processes
  • Serve as primary liaison between VPE, Plant Operations, Tooling, and Industrial Engineering
  • Ensure compliance with company standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements


Support Plants During Downtime Events:

  • Provide leadership support for facilities-related downtime events and critical plant issues
  • Drive rapid problem resolution and recovery efforts
  • Act as liaison between VPE leadership and plant teams to ensure alignment and communication


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of automotive or industrial project management experience in facilities design, equipment installation, and manufacturing environments
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional teams, suppliers, and complex projects
  • Strong experience with scope of work development, project execution, and budget management
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D layouts, cross sections) and engineering design tools
  • Strong computer skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Autodesk, and Teamcenter
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities
  • Ability to work on-site and effectively interface with all levels of management, labor, and external partners


Preferred Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of industrial or automotive project experience
  • Prior experience in a leadership or supervisory role
  • Familiarity with 3D design and Teamcenter Visualization
  • Experience working with plant skilled trades and installation contractors
  • Experience working with bargaining unit environments

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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