Program Manager, Design Engineering

About Singer :
We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.

Program Manager, Design


Position Summary:
Under general leadership, the Program Manager, Design :has :responsibilities that include ensuring engineering team is meeting program and department deliverables in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”

This position is on-site in Torrance, CA.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee engineering programs to ensure projects are meeting deliverables for function, cost and timing

• Identify program deliverables and put together a plan to meet them

• Ability to manage multiple programs and deliverables at the same time

• Know program status and ability to present status to senior management

• Work cross-departmentally with Manufacturing, Quality, Design Studio and international design team to ensure business is operating efficiently

• Manage indirect reports in engineering team to meet deliverables

• Ability to resolve issues systematically, with root cause identification

• Familiar with product development processes and familiarity with product releasing

• Support development of work instructions for manufacturing

• Support sourcing activities

• Occasional travel required to support testing, supplier visits or issue resolution

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Collaborates with Design and Production Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Production teams

• Plans, executes, and initiates process improvement

• Evaluates existing drawings and 3D models of assemblies and processes

• Develops testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs

• Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure deliverables due to manufacturing and operations processes are tracked and handed off, such as design reviews, EBOMs.

• Works in a cross-functional team environment exhibiting attributes of a strong team player, one who is respected but also a respectful leader with the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals

Qualifications:
Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent field

• Eight (8) or more years of related experience in engineering, or related field

• Automotive experience

• DFSS or similar issue resolution methodology experience

• Project management experience

Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certifications

• Experience with Porsche air cooled engines

• CATIA, or similar CAD software

Skills/Abilities and Attributes:

• Self-motivated and able to perform tasks and projects with little supervision

• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to solve problems that consider cost, timing, manufacturing constraints

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment

• Ability to work effectively in a small group of focused and talented engineers

• Good verbal and written communication skills (clear and concise technical writing)

• High level of computer literacy (Powerpoint and Excel)

• Experience with data analysis and interpretation

• Ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others

• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to meet multiple deadlines

• Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaborative skills with the ability to prioritize efficiently and effectively within and across departments

• Ensure that all stakeholders understand the company's vision, short and long-term goals, and ensure that goals are met within specified deadlines.

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to work in a seated and/or standing position for extended periods

• Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for extended periods

• Must be able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move with up to 10 lbs. of force

• Must be able to wear proper PPE to protect against exposure to exhaust gases and noise

• Must be able to continuously perform repetitive tasks; possess manual dexterity

• Must be able to travel for business, including occasional travel by vehicle and commercial airplane

• Must be able to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments – all seasons

• Must be able to work non-standard working hours as required

• As required, must maintain a valid California Driver’s License with a good driving record and appropriate insurance limits and/or be insurable under the Singer’s company vehicle insurance policy

Compensation:
The starting salary range for this position is between $111,600 - $139,500 per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits:
Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.