Vehicle Project Management Engineer- entry level

With a focus on Mobility, Operational Excellence, Value to our Customers and the Electrification of vehicles, you can expect to be part of something exciting. From the sleek design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we offer around the globe, Nissan exemplifies ingenuity in everything we do. Our people are what drive the business forward.

We’re currently looking for a Vehicle Project Management Engineer to join our team in Farmington Hills. *** Sponsorship is not available at this time.

As staff of the Chief Vehicle Engineer, the vehicle Program Management department manages the Cost, Quality, and Timing of the vehicle and reports status in milestone meetings from concept through start of production.  The VPM Engineer works for NTCNA’s Chief Vehicle Engineer to manage the overall vehicle development. 

Job functions include but are not limited to:  

• Early Phase involvement to decide program Content and Overall Development schedule
• Prepare Activity plans to support overall development (Concept Phase, Digital Development, Physical Development)
• Lead and give direction to Project Team to meet Milestone deliverables
• Manage Program Cost, Quality and Timing
• Prepare summary material and present at Milestone Decision Meetings  
• Coordinate issue resolution
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline
• 1-2 years of directly related professional-level engineering experience (this is a role for an entry-level engineer)
• Ability to communicate effectively, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to lead and influence others
• Demonstrated history for taking proactive approach
• Self-motivated, assertive, learner, fair, transparent and remains calm in the face of stressful situations
• Up to 20% day and overnight travel
• Flexibility to attend occasional evening meetings with Japan

What You’ll Look Forward to as a Vehicle Project Management Junior Engineer at Nissan:

Career Growth: Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis.

Be where you need to be: Feel empowered at work with our "Be where you need to be" approach to work based on your role. This offers a realistic, modern approach to work based on the expectation for the position.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). https://publications.livewellatnissan.com/wp-content/uploads/Nissan-2024-RecruitmentOverview.pdf

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Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

*** Sponsorship is not available at this time.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.