Job Description
Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team.
As a Technical Project Manager, you will ensure that engineering projects are delivered in line with the Service Level Agreements (SLAs) established with our customers, while also contributing to Stoneridge’s mission to remain a leader in the development and manufacturing of safe and efficient electronic vision systems and instrumentation.
You will report to the Director of Displays and be responsible for fulfilling project-related responsibilities within your assigned scope, in close collaboration with Program Managers.
Characterization of activities
- Translate system, legal, and business requirements into structured engineering project plans.
- Lead and coordinate cross‑functional engineering disciplines to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
- Plan, align, and manage engineering schedules, resources, and deliverables in line with the Stoneridge Project Launch Process and platform strategy.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders, customers, and non‑engineering functions.
- Monitor and report project progress, manage risks, and facilitate cross‑disciplinary problem‑solving.
- Drive continuous improvement by supporting and implementing enhancements to engineering processes, methods, and tools, and translating strategic decisions into project‑level actions.
Education, experience and knowledge
- MSc. or BSc. in technical disciplines such as Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electronic product development, with hands‑on project management experience in an automotive environment; coordination of small cross‑functional teams is a plus (5–10 FTEs).
- Strong knowledge of automotive quality systems and structured problem‑solving methods (e.g. APQP, ASPICE, 8D); Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is a plus.
- Proven ability to manage stakeholders and collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams, with a solid understanding of product costing and cost drivers.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and visual), combined with strong analytical capabilities.
- Proactive, self‑driven team player able to identify opportunities and drive results with limited guidance; PM certification is an advantage.
What we offer
- A global atmosphere with colleagues all over the globe.
- Possibilities to grow and develop in a fast-growing, ever-changing environment.
- Confido health insurance.
- Sufficient motivation and benefits package.
- Friendly team and fun events.