Engineering Group
automotive
EngineeringGroup-Process&SystemLead
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Engineering Group - Process & System Lead at Engineering Group. Skills: Process and System Interface with JVs and Global, Engineering Release and Service-Part Processes Design and Improvement, Cross-regional Collaboration, Process Management Capabilities Building, Leadership and Technical Advisory, Process, System & Integration Management, Business Requirements & Stakeholder Management, GPDS and Service-Related Change Management, Continuous Improvement & Governance, Risk & Issue Management. Serv”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure consistency and compliance; proactively build critical process-management capabilities; support future growth; reduce process and quality risks; meet program milestones; ensure sustainable results; ensure transparency and alignment; enhance efficiency, quality, and compliance; reduce process and quality risks
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills with a track record of identifying process gaps and successfully implementing improvement actions; Coordinate cross-functional problem solving, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
on-site work arrangement, expected to report to the Advanced Technical Center full time
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Significant experience in engineering operations, process management, or systems integration within the automotive or related industry, Proven experience working with product development and release processes (e.g., GPDS) and engineering change management (ECRs, NPNs), Understanding of data, system, and integration requirements across engineering, manufacturing, and service domains, Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority in a complex, global, and matrixed environment, Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills across cultures and time zones, Problem-solving skills with a track record of identifying process gaps and successfully implementing improvement actions, Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Nice to Have
Master’s degree
What You'll Do.
Serve as the primary interface between global System Business Owners and JV Single Point Contacts for all process and system topics
Ensure alignment on requirements
and timing across regions and functions
Lead and provide direction to a cross-functional team in a technical advisory capacity
Define team deliverables
and monitor execution quality to meet program milestones
Identify and document end-to-end process
and integration requirements to enable program execution
Analyze current-state processes
identify gaps or risks
and develop mitigation and improvement plans
Drive implementation of approved changes and track action closure to ensure sustainable results
Lead the collection and consolidation of business requirements from program execution teams
Act as the single voice representing program needs to other organizations (e.g.
Develop and execute communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment around decisions
Own and maintain GPDS specifications for production and service-only parts for SGMW export programs
Ensure correct implementation of service-related ECRs (including NPNs)
with proper effective dates and stock/service dispositions in line with GRC requirements
Partner with relevant stakeholders to secure approvals
coordinate cut-in timing
and validate data integrity in supporting systems
Lead continuous improvement initiatives for engineering release and service-part processes to enhance efficiency
Establish and monitor key process metrics (e.g.
implementation quality
Develop and maintain process documentation
and training materials for JVs and internal stakeholders
Proactively identify process and system-related risks impacting program delivery
Coordinate cross-functional problem solving
and corrective actions
Escalate critical issues with clear impact assessment and recommended options
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Bridge between Global and JVs; Serve as the primary interface between global System Business Owners and JV Single Point Contacts; Ensure alignment on requirements, priorities, and timing across regions and functions; Lead and provide direction to a cross-functional team; Act as the single voice representing program needs to other organizations (e.g., Global Engineering, IT, Quality, Manufacturing, Service); Partner with relevant stakeholders to secure approvals, coordinate cut-in timing, and validate data integrity; Coordinate cross-functional problem solving, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills across cultures and time zones; Develop and execute communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment
Process & Methodology
Define team deliverables, Set timelines, Monitor execution quality to meet program milestones, Drive implementation of approved changes, Track action closure, Develop and execute communication plans, Coordinate cut-in timing, Coordinate cross-functional problem solving
Full Job Description
**Job Description** **Work Arrangement** _This role is categorized as on-site. The successful candidate is expected to report to the Advanced Technical Center full time._ **The Role -** As business with our joint ventures expands, the complexity of engineering release, data permissions, and cross-regional collaboration is increasing. A dedicated Process and Lead role is needed to act as the single process interface with JVs and Global, leading the design and continuous improvement of engineering release and service-part-related processes to ensure consistency and compliance. This position also allows JVs to proactively build critical process-management capabilities to support future growth and reduce process and quality risks. **What You’ll Do** * **Bridge between Global and JVs** * Serve as the primary interface between global System Business Owners and JV Single Point Contacts for all process and system topics. * Ensure alignment on requirements, priorities, and timing across regions and functions. * **Leadership & Technical Advisory** * Lead and provide direction to a cross-functional team in a technical advisory capacity. * Define team deliverables, set timelines, and monitor execution quality to meet program milestones. * **Process, System & Integration Management** * Identify and document end-to-end process, system, and integration requirements to enable program execution. * Analyze current-state processes, identify gaps or risks, and develop mitigation and improvement plans. * Drive implementation of approved changes and track action closure to ensure sustainable results. * **Business Requirements & Stakeholder Management** * Lead the collection and consolidation of business requirements from program execution teams. * Act as the single voice representing program needs to other organizations (e.g., Global Engineering, IT, Quality, Manufacturing, Service). * Develop and execute communication plans to ensure transparency and alignment around decisions, action p
Applying for this Engineering Group - Process & System Lead role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on Workday
- Workday has a multi-step form — save your progress after every section.
- "Apply With LinkedIn" can fail or lose data; manual entry is more reliable.
- Watch for the "Submit for Review" final step — hitting "Save" alone does not submit.
- Job requisition numbers are useful when following up with HR by email.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about Engineering Group?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.