Project engineer (m/k)

Coordinate and track actions of internal Cross-Functional Team (CFT) related to implementation of customer project from nomination to SOP (+3 months post SOP)., Direct communication/cooperation with Technical Engineering Launch & Equipment Engineering Teams in overseas head-office, as well as External Sales Teams in Japan and Germany., Project schedule creation, management, updating and reporting., Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) tracking, including all required documentation., Tracking and reporting of Project Budget., Close cooperation with and strong support of engineering department: Support engineering team with supplier meetings related to equipment as required. Support engineering team with overseas Technical Engineering Launch & Equipment Engineering Teams’ meeting as required., Efficient information sharing with a focus to avoid overlap of tasks, but with mutual support to ensure effective completion of tasks., Handover of project to production under Program Manager supervision., Anticipate any potential project risks, identifying and establishing corrective actions/countermeasures., Lead and/or actively participate in regular meetings to report and/or track project progress: Internal CFT, Production preparation meeting with overseas Technical Engineering Launch team, Project review meetings with customer;, Report directly to the Program Manager regarding project progress, issues, critical items., Assist Program Manager in any requested tasks related to general functioning of the Project Management department.. Proven Project Engineering/Project Management experience of at least 3 years in the automotive industry., Technical background advantageous but not essential., Good understanding of engineering principles., Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency., Strong organizational skills: time and task management., Analytical, problem-solving skills, Fluent English level (knowledge of Japanese Language would be a strong asset)., Advanced negotiation and explanation ability., Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, both within the company and when dealing externally., Ability to create clear & concise information, together with high-level presentation skills., Interpersonal skills, ability to make and manage good relationships, Positive attitude and adaptability/flexibility a must., Ability to work effectively to tight deadlines, and in high pressure situations., Ability to work in a decentralized project management structure with various level of stake-holders, and project element leaders’ involvement.