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Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener, and more connected solutions that enable the future of mobility. The Director of Manufacturing Engineering leads all manufacturing engineering activities for North America. This role drives strategic planning for world-class processes (stamping, assembly, molding), establishes standardized Bills of Process, provides input to quote customers, and oversees product launches to meet cost, timing, and quality goals.
Job Responsibility:
Define and refine manufacturing process strategy
establish CoEs for molding, stamping, component assembly and electronic assembly
Lead forward planning, NA Capex, and process excellence
provide timely inputs to commercial quotes
manage tactical plans and capital/expense control
Ensure successful manufacturing process launches meeting cost, quality, and performance targets
Oversee development and construction of prototypes
Support initiatives for world-class manufacturing processes and optimized value streams
Collaborate with Product Engineering, Product Management, Finance, Quality, and Operations to drive profitable revenue growth
Recruit, coach, and develop team members
manage performance and career progression
execute organizational strategy and transformation
Develop criteria to determine priority improvement areas
work with ops to improve performance
Define and meet KPIs and cost standards for world-class stamping, molding, and assembly processes
Define and meet KPIs for accurate, competitive quoting to maximize business win rates
Achieve KPIs for on-time, on-budget project delivery at required quality and performance levels
Requirements:
10–15+ years in fast-paced, B2B manufacturing (preferably automotive) with expertise in complex, global operations and customer relationships
Prior experience in one or more key manufacturing processes - high speed precision metal stamping, plastic molding, PCBA and electronic assemblies - is a desired
Proven regional leadership experience in quality and manufacturing
Global experience highly desired
Hands-on experience leading transformational projects and change
Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering preferred
Master’s highly desired
Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt)
Business Acumen: Strong customer and business focus
ability to develop strategies and deliver on commitments
Strategic Mindset: Drives continuous improvement and best practices
sets clear strategic direction and vision
Execution & Results: Achieves goals aligned with company values
highly motivated, energetic, and effective under pressure
Leadership: Inspires trust, communicates vision, and builds high-performing, accountable teams
Influence & Relationships: Builds credibility and collaborates across all functions and levels
Resilience: Embraces challenges as opportunities for growth
Nice to have:
Prior experience in one or more key manufacturing processes - high speed precision metal stamping, plastic molding, PCBA and electronic assemblies