Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead R&D, Manufacturing, and other functions in program development activities to ensure achievement of key milestones and vehicle Quality/Cost/Timing targets.
• Support the Assistant Chief Vehicle Engineer in defining and completing program metrics and direction to meet overall vehicle objectives.
• Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring control of the critical path.
• Prepare and chair progress milestone meetings, confirming all deliverables.
• Monitor metrics, identify key issues, and escalate “decision-ready” matters to the Chief Engineer.
• Ensure the project remains on schedule and within budget.
• Work cross-functionally and cross-culturally within the Nissan organization.
• Anticipate potential Quality/Cost/Timing concerns and proactively propose preventive or recovery actions.
• Guide teammates in project management activities.
• Be accountable for all deliverables and actions within the project.

Knowledge and Competencies:

• Broad knowledge and experience in the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience and people management skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of the market and applications.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others, even without a formal leadership title.

Experience Required:

• Background in Product Development and/or Project Management.
• Solid experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in Product Development Engineering or Production Engineering.
• Experience interacting with executive-level stakeholders.
• Advanced english level
• Mandatory bachelor’s degree in engineering

Resende Rio de Janeiro Brazil