New Model Program Engineer
Location: Allen Park, Michigan (Fully Onsite)
Employment Type: W2 Contract
Compensation: Up to $32 per hour
Overview
Epitec is seeking a New Model Program Engineer to support the successful launch of new vehicle and powertrain programs within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing critical launch activities, driving issue resolution across cross-functional teams, overseeing pre-production build events, and ensuring programs are delivered on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented program management professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys collaborating across engineering, production, and leadership teams.
Responsibilities
- Manage and execute new model launch activities from planning through production readiness.
- Serve as a key program governance leader, ensuring compliance with established launch processes and standards.
- Oversee pre-production build events and associated activities to support program objectives.
- Manage the ordering, build, testing, evaluation, and disposition of pre-production vehicles.
- Execute and support pre-production drive fleet evaluation plans.
- Coordinate and manage Product Development change approvals to ensure readiness ahead of prototype builds.
- Lead issue management processes and drive cross-functional teams toward timely problem resolution.
- Co-chair launch meetings and facilitate resolution of part support and build-related concerns.
- Support launch budget approvals and manage program-controlled budget activities.
- Develop and present weekly program assessments, status reports, and risk updates.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to senior leadership regarding program performance, challenges, and mitigation plans.
- Support the transition and integration of launch teams into manufacturing facilities.
- Travel as needed to support launch activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- 4+ years of experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
- 2+ years of experience utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies and statistical analysis.
- 1+ years of experience in vehicle operations, powertrain manufacturing, engineering, program management, launch activities, or a related field.
- Strong program management skills with experience maintaining issue trackers and driving resolution with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Program management experience.
- Manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of Engineering Change Management and Issue Management processes.
- Understanding of vehicle development and production launch methodologies.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities.
Why Epitec?
At Epitec, we connect talented professionals with exciting opportunities that help drive innovation and business success. We are committed to supporting your career goals while providing access to meaningful projects with industry-leading organizations.
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