R, D & I Project & Program Management Sr. Professional
Job Description
About Umicore
Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.
About Automotive Catalysts
We all have the right to breathe clean air, and at Umicore, we are a world leader in the production of automotive emission control catalysts. Our technologies enable on-road and non-road applications to meet environmental standards around the world. Our products have prevented billions of tons of harmful gases and particles being released into the atmosphere. To enable our customers to produce even cleaner engines we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.
Job Purpose
- Executes and/or leads work within Research, Development & Innovation Programs & Projects.
- Focuses on managing projects and programs related to the research and development of new products, processes, and technologies.
- Fosters innovation to enhance the organization’s competitiveness and drive strategic growth.
Key Accountabilities
- Delivers expert work in R, D & I Project & Program Management with high quality and timeliness, applying best practices and standards.
- Executes and manages independently one or more projects in all their aspects (definition, budget, communication, implementation and follow-up) according to program and project excellence standards. Manage the budget for the assigned projects.
- Owns complex tasks in project management, producing accurate outputs and identifying risks or anomalies proactively.
- Analyzes problems, recommends options, and implements improvements in methods, tools, or data flows.
- Collaborates with adjacent teams and stakeholders, communicating insights and recommendations clearly.
- Collaborates cross-functionally to deliver high-quality outcomes and knowledge sharing.
- Mentors less experienced colleagues, reviewing deliverables and elevating team standards.
- May manage relations with external customers in the context of open innovation projects.
Your Key Accountabilities
Summary of Duties
Responsible for identifying and understanding technical solutions for current and future customer applications based on changes in legislation and market/customer requirements to ensure Umicore has a timely competitive offering.
Responsible for identifying unique or compelling value in Umicore technologies that may meet customer or legislative needs and effectively presenting such technologies to the customer.
Serves as a leading technical expert in the field, and is responsible for heading customer technical discussions and influencing technical directions of the customer where appropriate.
Responsible for management of technologies in the customer's validation process.
Responsible for coordination of the Umicore AC PIP process for the product until PPAP is signed.
Ensures that the work performed in their area of responsibility meets the requirements of the ISO/TS16949, ISO14001, QS9000 (VDA6 quality assurance system and promotes the continued application of the TQM process within his/her team.
Responsible for effective communication of customer and competitor information and status within AC.
Develops technical strategies and input for the five-year IBP budget plan for the customers related activities, including AT component and system testing, catalyst development knowhow, and personnel needs.
Responsible for understanding market IP position and long term technical competitiveness (10-15yrs) and assures IP protection is supported via the R&D group.
Responsible for identification and management of testing resources required to deliver technical solutions to the customers.
Responsible for the life cycle of the products: During gestation until PPAP, during production life until start of service part by adjusting specification to solve recurring problems and support operations and sales managing product profitability
Responsible for optimizing the productivity and efficiency of the test programs (budget used vs. potential size of business)
Provides a strategic customer interface with the technical community to position Umicore and to gain insight into their current and future product and emission system needs and planning. This includes a clear understand how to merge customer expectations to Umicore deliverables.
Improves Umicore’s technology image through active participation and presentations in industry and government meetings as well as scientific and technical events.
Understands the technology aspects necessary to satisfy the newly formed legislation throughout the globe, especially as it applies to a customer with Global reach into various regions and countries.
Gives technical input to the Senior Team Manager PA & CS by Budget planning and execution of the concluded strategy and responsibility for system development projects with project milestones and within approved GTT budget as documented in the IBP.
Manages a team made up of both PM PA engineer/manager providing focused leadership, vision, technical expertise and customer insight.
Leads activities targeting customer programs or applications including strengthening team through development efforts, recruiting and motivating team members from other regions all aligned with Umicore policy and performance mandates.
Who we are looking for
Qualifications: Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any) or a related field of study AND Five (5) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation in which the required experience was gained. Must also have demonstrated experience with:
- Automotive Catalyst and Applied Technology functions;
- Engine calibration;
- Product Design and Product Application for Automotive Catalysts;
- Understanding of the commercial, technical, operational and financial elements of automotive catalysts;
- Planisware system for testing plan and budgeting;
- APQP (Advanced Protocol Quality Planning) structured process for product design and development;
- Automotive emission legislation requirements for North America; and
- DoE methodology
Primary Work Location:
2347 Commercial Drive, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
The role allows work to be performed on a hybrid schedule; at least 3 days in office and up to 2 days remote/telecommute per week.
What we offer
We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?