Description

Job Responsibilities
• Develop methods, selection criteria and performance objectives for the vehicle from a powertrain and drivetrain perspective
• Develop vehicle specifications for performance, quality and durability for internal use and external specifications - source packages as required
• Develop and manage prototype and production component selection
• Develop and manage vehicle integration - vehicle controls and power management
• Develop and manage testing and validation requirements
• Design and engineer systems for vehicle functionality as required
• Develop wire harness/connections as required
• Take a lead role in vehicle design and direction from a performance/range and functionality perspective
• Manage team resources as required with direction and accountability
• Create departmental objectives which align with overall project goals and milestones
• Work collaboratively with all departments in order to achieve results
• Identify QPO - Quality Performance Objectives for long term vehicle sustainability
• Support and help develop systems engineering quality validation expectations
• Develop other resources as required for project success
• Manage supply chain - critical component engineering and vendor selection
• Provide Engineering reports / summaries and or direction for Executive Management Review as required
• Plan & drive strategic priorities
• Ensures the strategy (timeline/milestones) is well communicated with stakeholders for alignment and meeting objectives
• Facilitate project status meetings with stakeholders
• Monitors and manages all key dates and timing charts as required
• Identify roadblocks and recommend appropriate resolutions
• Manages information internally as required by the project
• Responsible for timely communication of information and escalate necessary updates
• Ensures successful project launch - on time & on budget

Requirements

Qualifications
• Post-secondary degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years' experience in electro-mechanical engineering, powertrain development or related field
• Subject Matter Expert in Mechanical and Control Systems
• Impeccable oral and written communication & presentation skills, with the ability to interface with senior management
• Strong relationship building skills (internal & external stakeholders)
• Proactive view to identifying & driving financial benefits for assigned projects
• Proven successful launches of previous programs (on time & on budget)
• Ability to think & execute strategically and is results oriented
• Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi task as required
• Experience in the Automotive Industry is an asset