Project Manager - Molex

In the Connected Mobility Business Unit, we are at the forefront of advancing vehicle technology. From innovative solutions such as 5G to hidden antennas, we design and manufacture products that enable flawless data transfer within the next generation of autonomous and connected vehicles.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager - Automotive NPI to lead fast paced, global, cross functional teams. In this role, you will lead cross functional teams that design our automotive connectivity products and the processes by which they are built. You will drive to achieve the technical, schedule, and budget objectives of every project. The members of your teams will include engineers from many disciplines (Electrical, Mechanical, Test, Software, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, etc.). You will also collaborate closely with our manufacturing partners in North America, Europe, and Asia, to deliver solutions to our diverse international automotive OEM and Tiers, as well as emerging, automotive customers.

What You Will Do

• Define, plan and manage project timelines, objectives, goals and milestone activities.
• Manage and direct a cross functional team consisting of multiple disciplines.
• Lead and manage engagements with customers, internal team leads, and 3 rd party vendors
• Manage and coordinate activities between departments to meet product development requirements.
• Manage product design cost targets and long term strategy as set by Senior Management staff.
• Simultaneously set priorities/direction for multiple programs in development.
• Act as the technical customer interface.
• Generate/facilitate documentation per department process and or procedures.
• Support special assignment and or activity as assigned by Senior Management.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 3+ years experience in a Tier 1 automotive OEM supplier managing multiple technical projects simultaneously and delivering to agreed upon cost, quality, and timing expectations
• Ability to travel internationally up to 20% and establish strong working relationships with our international customers, partners, and suppliers

What Puts You Ahead

• Strong ability to recognize and mitigate both technical and organizational challenges
• Proven time management skills and a ttention to detail.
• Ability to speak Spanish
• Strong listening skills and a customer, quality, and team focus
• Strong working knowledge of standard program management tools including MS Projects.
• Strong knowledge of Hardware product development and technical aptitude of PCBA design methodology
• Strong application of risk identification and risk management methodologies

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.

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