Automotive Project Coordinator

Abacus Service Corporation - Auburn Hills, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Auburn Hills, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Project Coordinator at Chrysler Group LLC is responsible for managing the comprehensive eMotor prototype build process for all Pre-series builds. This role involves organizing and implementing plans for building eMotor variants, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring that all aspects of the build process are executed efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Organize and implement an executable plan to build all Pre-Series variants of the e-Motor program.
• Manage each element with respect to build location, configuration, phase, timing, quality, cost, and assembly process.
• Function as the overall representative from Chief Engineering group for all PRS build and test activities.
• Serve as the single point of contact for eMotor Pre-series parts ordering, part fitment, build process, supply issues, supply coordination, part quality, BOM, assembly issues, and all related documentation.
• Coordinate with the Pre-Series build team to provide all necessary BOM details for the Prototype assembly facility, Pilot, ITP, and Toluca.
• Manage a global component logistical pipeline to deliver finished eMotor assemblies that are on time and on budget.
• Conduct strategic visits to supplier facilities to monitor build progress and ensure that deliverables are within scope.
• Set up and lead dedicated meetings with PRS and the supply base to address all shortfalls and risks observed.
• Create and manage a Build Book for each eMotor assembly to define, record, and document all build related observations from component procurement through final EOL test.
• Provide executive-level communication of eMotor build status via publications suitable for broad distribution as needed.
• Coordinate all eMotors/components supplied for DVP&R testing, including scheduling, parts delivery, and timing.
• Lead eMotor configuration management by variant (Cal level, specialized instrumentation, cabling, dyno integration).
• Support DRBTR reviews as required.
• Provide detailed planning, scheduling, and eMotor parts tracking within engineering.
• Accept, receipt, and dispersal within Labs of all returned eMotor builds and supporting interface components.
• Function as first responder and provide triage for eMotor issues reported from customer at Company.
• Document test cell Operator / Technician concerns regarding eMotor products, ensuring issues are properly recorded.
• Coordinate with Virtual Engineering to ensure that physical validation testing results are communicated accordingly for full-circle analysis and model confirmation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, preferably in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2-5 years minimum experience suggested, with consideration for less experience if strong electrical drive or powertrain background is present.
• Comprehensive understanding of PRS design, manufacturing, operation, and vehicle integration.
• Relevant PRS testing experience (dyno / EOL / spin-stand / component level / HIL/SIL, etc.).
• Organized with direct experience managing complex project scheduling assignments.
• Demonstrable written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to support regional and global travel as required.