The Sr. Technical Program Manager, Powertrain Battery leads the execution of battery manufacturing programs, ensuring seamless integration of product and equipment changes across the battery module and pack production lines. This role is pivotal in managing cross-functional alignment, equipment readiness, and launch execution within high-voltage battery systems for electric vehicles.
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Location
King Abdullah Economic City
Responsibilities
- Lead program management of battery manufacturing lines, including equipment build, testing, and shipment
- Act as primary PMO point of contact for all matters concerning the battery shop
- Implement and track changes from the New Product Introduction (NPI) team
- Develop and execute FAT/SAT requirements for equipment buyoffs with integrators
- Lead and coordinate the supplier on site and manage the timeline of all phases of the program, including installation, commissioning, and quality loops
- Develop and maintain Microsoft Project/Smartsheet schedules
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies
- Report progress and escalate bottlenecks to leadership
- Enforce business and technical criteria during equipment validation
- Understand product design changes and their impact on manufacturing equipment
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations, Logistics, Product Engineering, Facilities, and Quality teams
- Align with internal stakeholders on launch readiness and operational goals
Requirements
- Experience working with robotics, end of arm tooling, pick and place automation, position sensors, material handling, fluid dispensing, deflection analysis, vision systems, conveyor, and laser cleaning/metrology
- Experience with Battery Pack production lines, GD&T, leak tests, adhesive dispense, dielectrics, hipot testing, and end-of-line testing (HV/LV)
- Experience with Battery Module production lines, GD&T, laser welding, wire bonding, barcode reading, vision system inspection, potting, HV testing, and end-of-line testing
- Strong understanding of machine tool building mechanical, electrical, controls to build automation equipment from design to buyoff
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, STEM or related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience
- 8+ years of experience in powertrain or battery manufacturing program management
- Proven leadership in high-volume automotive manufacturing environments
- Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and DFM principles
- Experience with high-voltage systems and safety standards
- Extensive launch and commissioning experience
- Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate clearly and professionally at various levels
- Working knowledge of MS Project and AutoCAD is a must
- Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
- Possess knowledge and experience across multiple functions within product design and manufacturing.
