Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying.
On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/
This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.
We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers.
Your Role:
Be the project leader and lead all kind of material cost reduction activities like Design-in, Insourcing, Resourcing, Make vs Buy, etc… from the proposal phase till implementation by coordinating all multifunctional teams
Establish and maintain regular communication meetings with CBU and plant teams to realize all kind of MCR projects
When required, create totally new project plans without missing any step by asking correct questions to all different department experts to make correct risk management not to have any line stoppages & quality risks
Run workshops together with VAVE manager to identify new potentials, follow up all results of the workshops till implementation phase
Speed up the implementation phase of all activities by his/ her personal involvement and experience
Constitute the MCR consciousness in all plant teams and ensure to evaluate the feasibility of all kind of changes in the product and in the plant
Give support to all plant teams for creating new feasible MCR proposals, encourage them and lead them in their activities
Document all kind of proposals in a systematic way and convert them to feasible ones; then follow up implementation; use DMF tool for this purpose
Support finance team during validation phase of the projects
Follow up new methodologies, innovative products and techniques to be able to participate R & D studies and lead the other departments if required
Be the expert in Aptiv on best practice materials by giving detailed info about their technical specifications, customer expectations, usage purposes, compatibility levels with other/same type materials and comparison with customer specifications
Follow the guidelines Design for Profitability
Requirements:
Solid technical knowledge of harnesses and components
Strong project and EC management expertise
Advanced MS Excel skills; proficiency in PowerPoint and Word; Access knowledge is a plus
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
Demonstrated leadership, coordination, and project management skills
Ability to manage risks and identify opportunities
Excellent internal and external communication skills
Strong presentation skills in clear, business-friendly language
Experience in collaborative, team-oriented environments
Resilience under pressure; proactive and adaptable to change
Results-driven, with strong follow-up and organizational skills
High motivation and continuous learning mindset; openness to new methods and technologies
Creativity and innovation orientation
Minimum 3 years of Manufacturing Engineering and Product Engineering experience
Fluent in English
Why join us?
You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.
Your Benefits at Aptiv:
Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events
Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer and Employee Capital Plan
Access to Multisport card
Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones
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