Senior Manager, Plant Vehicle Engineering
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Job Location:
Warsaw, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Slate is currently seeking a dynamic highly organized and experienced Senior Manager Plant Vehicle Engineering to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a transformative organization at the forefront of sustainable mobility.
The Senior Manager Plant Vehicle Engineering will serve as the primary liaison between the Engineering organization and the Warsaw Assembly Plant. While Engineers reporting to this role will have a direct connection to the Plant Vehicle Engineering team they will also maintain a dotted-line reporting relationship to their respective functional areas including Body Interior Chassis Electrical & Software Propulsion and Safety / Restraints Engineering. This position will also work closely with key stakeholders across Plant Quality Supplier Quality Manufacturing and other operational teams.
This individual will lead a small team of direct-report Engineers with the scope and size of the organization expected to grow alongside the product development roadmap. Departmental structure and responsibilities will evolve over time as the organization and product plans mature.
Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering this role will collaborate cross-functionally with all Engineering departments.
* Must be willing to relocate to Warsaw Indiana. Relocation assistance will be provided. *
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
Lead issue resolution for assembly and part quality concerns originating from the plant ensuring effective communication and accountability within the Engineering organization.
Manage the impact of plant-driven quality issues on engineering change management processes including the coordination of Part Trial Runs to validate pending changes.
Collaborate with Manufacturing to continuously optimize assembly processes ensuring alignment with Engineering design intent.
Drive design changes initiated by plant and assembly optimization efforts through the appropriate Engineering channels.
Develop and implement structured Engineering processes to ensure efficient issue resolution from plant feedback to Engineering releases and from Change Management back into the plant.
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between Plant Operations Manufacturing Quality and all relevant Engineering departments.
Introduce and implement structured problem-solving methodologies as the organization evolves and matures.
Perform full managerial duties including hiring organizational development and process improvement initiatives within the Plant Vehicle Engineering function.
Support launch and eventual model year change over lead between Engineering and the Assembly Plant.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related field is required. Masters degree is preferred.
10 years of experience in vehicle development with a strong understanding of the full product lifecycle.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster collaboration and build effective cross-functional relationships.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions drive trade-off decisions and deliver optimized solutions with a high level of attention to detail.
Broad knowledge of vehicle systems and development processes across multiple engineering disciplines.
Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Six Sigma Black Belt DFSS Shainin or similar).
Hands-on experience with Design Release Engineering and Change Management preferably within the automotive industry.
A proactive team-oriented mindset with a passion for building new teams and thriving in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the ability to travel (up to 20%).
Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Must have the ability to stand walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE
At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast Frugal and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
