Project Engineering Manager, Engineering Operations & Strategy
Nexteer Automotive · Auburn Hills, Michigan, US
Position: Project/Engineering Manager, Engineering Operations & Strategy Location: Auburn Hills, MI or Saginaw, MI Position Overview The Engineering Operatio...
Job description
Position: Project/Engineering Manager, Engineering Operations & Strategy Location: Auburn Hills, MI or Saginaw, MI Position Overview: The Engineering Operations & Strategy Position is a leadership role responsible for bridging enterprise business strategy with engineering execution. This role provides the operating backbone for the engineering organization by evaluating and evolving organizational structure, development methodologies, metrics, and tooling to enable scale, predictability, and value delivery. Operating as a strategic partner to engineering, product, and executive leadership, this role drives Lean Agile transformation grounded in data, systems thinking, and continuous improvement. The Manager is accountable for fostering a culture that prioritizes flow efficiency, reduces waste, improves delivery reliability, and aligns engineering outcomes with customer and business value. Key Responsibilities: 1. Methodology & Process Transformation 2. Metrics & Data Driven Leadership 3. Tooling & Infrastructure Strategy 4. Organizational Design & Coaching - Audit & Evolution: Conduct comprehensive assessments of existing engineering workflows, delivery practices, and organizational...