Assignment Description

Our client in the automotive industry is currently seeking a Configuration Manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Initiate and Lead: Initiate and lead test objects’ needs for systems and subsystems analysis and verification in front of the build series.
• Establish Test Object Requirements: Determine the number of test objects, cars, and rigs needed per pre-series.
• Handle Work Requests: Manage work requests from the Propulsion & Energy organization for the programs.
• Plan and Optimize: Plan, optimize, and prioritize vehicle test objects with Program Managers for maximum utilization within Propulsion & Energy, including test object preparation and interface parts required for the rigs.
• Collect Test Requests: Gather Propulsion & Energy vehicle test requests.
• Ensure Delivery: Ensure timely and within-specification delivery of test objects and rig kits by compiling, tracking, and updating each test object variant, including test object ID, test preparation needs, and test specifications.
• Coordinate and Inform: Coordinate and communicate deviations, delays, or risks affecting test object deliveries to Customers.
• Collaborate: Work closely with program managers to identify test objects, vehicles, and rig kit volumes needed, prioritize tasks, handle risks and deviations, and support material ordering.

Key Success Factors:

• Maintain a structured communication approach.
• Apply project management techniques.
• Utilize problem-solving skills.
•  Encourage a collaborative and adaptable attitude.

Qualifications:

• Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Project leader/project manager/project coordinator experience in a product development environment (including testing), preferably related to Propulsion systems.

Desired Attributes:

• Ability to plan and prioritize with a flexible mindset and high integrity.
•  Proficiency in problem-solving.
• Exhibit a sense of urgency, creativity, and flexibility.
• Ability to create trust and negotiate effectively with others.
• Familiarity with automotive production tools, processes, and development phases is beneficial.
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with various stakeholders at different levels.
• Eager to work collaboratively with the team from planning to issue resolution.
• Maintain planning and structured ways of working.
• Provide delivery transparency and guidance to the engineering teams about the test object ordering process.
• Fluent in English, both written and oral, as it is the corporate language.