Job Description

The Technical Product Manager reports to Director of Engineering. The TPM will lead technical discussions with the customers to fully determine the best technical solution and provide system engineering guidance to the project team to achieve the best quality of the product that meets or exceeds customer expectations. The ideal candidate will work with functional team leads to ensure timely product release and delivery of the product. This person will also work with other global counterparts to bring the required expertise and engineering resources necessary for successful launch of the product. Essential Responsibilities: Guide project teams towards the best technical solution that meets customer requirements while achieving time and cost targets Identify technical risks and propose mitigating strategies Bring the required expertise and lessons learned from similar projects to allow the project team avoid reoccurrence of issues Develop a strategy for monitoring the product development progress and ensure it effectively keeps product development on track Identify gaps and work with functional managers to bring product development back on track Serve as a champion during 8D investigations for issues coming from customer, DV/PV test, production, ..etc Provide expert advice to the team by coaching, mentoring, and problem-solving assistance Deliver updates to customers and upper management on the progress of the problem resolution Required Qualifications for this role include: ~ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, Master’s preferred ~ Requirement management skills. DOORS experience is a plus ~8+ years’ experience in engineering discipline for automotive electro-mechanical industry ~ Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience ~ Previous experience leading or supporting projects within a product development environment ~ Extensive product portfolio knowledge of vehicle access control, plastic injection molded, A-Surface parts ~ Knowledge of vehicle network communication and bus analysis ~ Understanding of product development cycle from automotive industry ~ Ability to clearly identify the issue and guide the team to correct identification of the root cause and proper solution of the problem ~ Basic computer skills, including the use of windows, email, Microsoft office and SAP ~ Advanced verbal communication skills, including group presentation, negotiation, and influencing ~ Advanced management skills, including planning and organization, decision making, problem solving, and project management ~ Advanced knowledge of sales and closing techniques ~ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, distributors, sales representatives, managers, and the general public ~ Ability to prepare complex written reports and other documents ~ Ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions Core Values We Admire: Integrity – You believe in honest and transparent communication internally and externally Flexibility – You enjoy a fast-paced, dynamic environment and remain positive and agile when plans change and evolve Partnership – You are an excellent team player who is able to build strong relationships and effectively partner with other team members to achieve results Innovation – You think outside of the box and share your ideas with the team to support new and game changing technology Pursuit of Excellence – You strive to be the best, in and out of Marquardt The Perks of Working at Marquardt: Innovative products and diverse customer base Competitive compensation and paid vacation annually plus personal time Generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance that start on your first day, as well as disability and 401k with matching Support and resources to continue your learning and development, including a tuition reimbursement program Supplier discounts on GM, Stellantis, and Ford Amazingly smart and fun teammates, and a management team invested in your development and success Company events such as picnics and holiday gatherings and supporting the community as a team

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