Johnson Electric

Project Manager

Italy, Asti Full time

Come Innovate Motion with Us

To further develop our Powertrain Cooling Business Unit Automotive Product Group we are looking for a skilled and driven Project Manager to lead complex customer and internal projects in a dynamic, international manufacturing environment. In this role, you will take full ownership of projects from the RFQ phase through successful introduction into serial production, acting as a key interface between customers and crossfunctional teams.

This position offers the opportunity to work at the center of decisionmaking, managing risks, influencing outcomes, and escalating critical issues when needed. If you are resultsoriented, comfortable navigating complex organizations, and motivated to make a tangible impact while growing in a global, innovationdriven environment, we would love to hear from you!

Your responsibilities will be to:

  • Manage customer projects starting from the RFQ phase until successful introduction in serial production

  • Manage internal projects to improve profitability of the Business Unit (e.g.: implement cost reduction activities, execute Product Line VAVE plans.)

  • Act as the main contact point for customers and cross-functional teams in the given project

  • Drive the project timeline to achieve internal and customer milestones

  • Work in close collaboration with Engineering, Quality departments, Operations, C&S and Supply Chain to define the scope of work

  • Take responsibility for risk management as well as for compliance with internal procedures and customer requirements

  • Escalate major project risks to Senior Management (e.g.: customer complaints, delays in component procurement, etc.)

 Our Requirements:

  • Msc in in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or similar

  • Ideally more than 5 years of work experience in development and customer projects preferably within the automotive industry

  • Results-driven individual, teamwork oriented, planning, and organizational skills, proactive

  • Fluency in English is a must. Any other language represents a plus

  • Availability of frequent travel

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills & problem-solving abilitie

  • Interact well with different people and be able to work in a multi-cultural environmet

What do we offer:

  • Innovation-driven environment where your ideas shape the future of manufacturing

  • A collaborative, multicultural team committed to excellence and continuous improvement

  • Enjoy opportunities for innovation, leadership, and collaboration across international teams in a dynamic, technology-driven environment

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team


Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.