The Manufacturing Chief Engineer for Software and Modules is responsible for leading and coordinating software and electronic module industrialization across North America manufacturing programs. This role serves as the regional single-thread owner, ensuring alignment with global MCE Software strategy while maintaining a primary focus on North America launches and plant readiness.

The position works closely with global teams, regional program leadership, engineering, and plant organizations to ensure seamless integration, execution, and delivery of software solutions within manufacturing environments. The role is critical to achieving successful program launches with minimal disruption to plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead software and electronic module industrialization activities across North America programs
Define Design for Manufacturing (DfM) requirements and ensure alignment with plant constraints
Coordinate cross-functional activities between engineering, manufacturing, and MCE teams
Drive plant readiness including validation of electrical systems, tools, and training
Lead vehicle software integration and implementation in Manufacturing during launch phases
Manage Electrical and Software issue resolution and escalation during program launches
Align software deployment strategies and capital investment (CAPEX) across programs
Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement and standardization

Key Deliverables

Clearly defined and approved manufacturing requirements for software
Validated plant software and electrical readiness including tools, systems, and workforce training
Software maturity aligned with North America launch timing and production requirements
Minimal disruption to plant operations due to software changes
Consistent deployment and CAPEX strategy across programs

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
8+ years of automotive manufacturing or engineering experience
Experience supporting product launches and plant implementation
Strong knowledge of production systems, quality processes, and electrical/test systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Engineering or related field
Experience with electrical/software integration in manufacturing environments
Experience in unionized automotive manufacturing environments
Six Sigma or continuous improvement certification
Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills

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