Group Manager- Front & Rear Suspensions

Company Overview:

Dorleco is a 360-degree controls software development & integration solution provider for electric and autonomous vehicle systems, focused on achieving its mission of developing sustainable & efficient vehicles with innovative, robust, and lean engineering practices. We provide a fast-paced R&D environment and deliver integrated solutions for mechanical, electrical, software, thermodynamic, and energy storage systems for modern electric and autonomous vehicle systems.

We are a trusted resource for full-time projects, overflow work, training, and resident engineering needs for the larger companies ePowertrain and ADAS engineering departments.

We are also a certified Minority Enterprise by NMSDC!

We offer competitive salary and benefits plan including comprehensive relocation package, and great opportunities for career growth!

MUST be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MUST be available to start working within 3 weeks of offer acceptance date.

DORLECO is assisting a major automotive OEM in hiring a Senior Testing Engineer, Vehicle Dynamics to join our growing team in Greensboro, NC.

This is a DIRECT hire opportunity, NOT a Contractual role.

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits plan including comprehensive relocation package, and great opportunities for career growth!

What You Will be Doing

As Group Manager, you will lead a team of highly skilled and passionate engineers responsible for the development and installation of a wide array of components and systems in our vehicles. You will take full product ownership and lead the product development activities, from strategies to maintenance, for the front & rear suspensions, mechanical and air, proprietary and vendor, as well as the installation of the auxiliary axles.

As Engineering Group Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of highly skilled Engineers
• Directing work in your team, providing direction, and removing obstacles to get work done
• Supporting your team in technical discussions to make the right technical choices
• Taking the product ownership for components and systems in your scope and leading the execution of roadmaps
• Managing budget and resources, developing competence, and recruiting new talents to meet current and future needs
• Leading continuous improvement activities (process, tools, methods) and fostering innovation
• Managing interfaces towards other functions to support project deliveries and make daily operation more efficient

• Delivering project activities on time and according to budget.

In this position, you will report to the Section Manager for Vehicle Dynamics Engineering in Greensboro and take an active part in the leadership team to contribute to the overall development of the department.

What We Are Looking For

You are an experienced leader, having a can-do attitude, who takes initiative and have a desire for improvement. You actively encourage strong communication amongst your team and have a passion for developing people as well as technology. You are looking for a new challenge that will allow you to grow both personally and professionally.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic engineering, or related field. Masters Degree is preferred.
• 8-12+ years of experience in Product Development within the automotive industry
• Leadership experience as a manager with direct reports is preferred.
• Experience in Project management of large projects, specifically in an agile environment, is an advantage
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of the market and applications
• Ability to build effective teams, maximizing each persons contribution to achieve common goals
• Effective communicator, able to provide a clear message and use compelling arguments to gain commitment
• Can do-attitude and being resilient. Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Ability to drive cross functional and global network and overcome roadblocks
• Accountable, well organized, analytical, business-focused, and holistic mind-set

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid caregiver and parental leave policies
• Family building benefits, including fertility support and adoption assistance
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans
• A working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first
• Programs that make todays challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier