BorgWarner is a global leader in providing innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the automotive market. We are a company of innovators and thinkers, bringing together talented people, meaningful work and exciting technologies in a unique environment. At BorgWarner, we are constantly working towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world. In Darmstadt we develop and produce high-performance lithium-ion battery systems for commercial vehicles, buses, ships and trains.

At our location in Darmstadt, we are currently looking for a

Manager Technical Project Management Battery Systems Global (m/f/d)

Key role and responsibilities

Strong leadership and management of a team of Technical Project Managers (TPM) located in Darmstadt (HQ), Auburn Hills (PTC) and Shanghai (CTC)Give structure and further develop the global team set up for TPMOversight, planning & prioritization of the global team resources to ensure project success and compliance to customer requirementsResponsible for the implementation and planning of technical activities within the projects from the concept phase until technical readiness for SOP across the global Battery Systems locationsResponsible for the compliance to the defined project scope and the defined budgetCentral point of contact for the relevant stakeholders; from customer management to internal management incl. the functional leads with the global R&D departmentRegular participation in customer management meetingsResponsibility for the application and further development of processes and methods in Technical Project Management and the PDLPPassing on strategies/targets and ensuring the effective implementation of team and individual servicesPrepare and drive technical decisions according to both automotive development processes (ASPICE,EDF) and the LA/GS principle – empowering the team and creating a working environment for theteams to perform, develop our products and themselves.Participation in management meetingsFurther development of the TPM team's technical & project management skillsTalent management within the team, including conducting performance reviewsCoaching and mentoring team members to improve efficiency and effectivenessAcquiring and training new personnel in Technical Project Management

Job requirements and qualifications

Master's degree (or similar) in mechanical engineering, electronics engineering, industrial engineering, business administration or comparable fieldMulti-year experience in Technical Project Management or Systems Engineering, especially in the automotive, rail, aviation or medical technology industriesMulti-year experience in the management of complex projects (overall project comprising hardware, mechanics, electronics and software)Multi-year experience in a leadership role for interdisciplinary powertrain / propulsion or HV automotivecomponents, i.e., technical project management, systems development or similarExperience in change or transformation projectsConfident appearance, precise and convincing communication skills even in rapidly changing and challenging environmentsKnowledge of the development process (including FMEA, FTA, A-Spice, V-model etc.) and quality management methods (e.g. IATF 16949)Fluent in English, German as a plusStrong analytical and conceptual skills including well developed problem-solving capabilities.Strong communication and teamwork skills

Our Offers

Driving Change: Innovative technology company, high degree of personal responsibility, creative freedom and opportunities for further development 

Work-Life Balance & Health: 30 days’ vacation + special leave, flexible arrangement for mobile working & flextime account (depending on position), gym subsidy, height-adjustable desks, discounted job ticket, canteen allowance, fruit basket, free coffee, water and tea 

Reward Performance: permanent employment contract, company pension plan, competitive compensation, option for bonus payment, employee-funded bike leasing and Corporate Benefits 

Contact us 

If you have any questions about this position, you can reach us at the following e-mail address: recruiting.btc@borgwarner.com 

As a leading manufacturer of battery systems, we are driving electromobility forward by electrifying buses, trains, agricultural machinery and marine applications, among others. If you also want to drive the energy transition forward, apply and shape the future with us! 

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