
Project Manager - Fuel Injection
Required skills
- mechanical engineering
- electrical engineering
- industrial engineering
- manufacturing production environment
- customer projects
- relocation projects
- project management methods
- applied problem-solving methods
- travel
- MAE procurement process
Nice to have
- manufacturing environment
- supplier management
- vendor management
- production processes
- lean tools
Role summary
Bosch Charleston is seeking a Project Manager to lead the industrialization of new fuel injector generations from concept to launch. This role involves end-to-end project ownership, including CAPEX planning, machinery procurement, production integration, and series production release, ensuring adherence to cost, quality, and timeline targets. The Project Manager will operate within international engineering teams and align with Bosch Project Management processes and automotive industry regulations (IATF 16949 / AIAG). Key responsibilities include developing project timelines, managing budgets, leading cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and maintaining documentation. A BS in a technical field and 5+ years of manufacturing production experience are required, with 2+ years in customer or relocation project management.
Company Description
Bosch Charleston is a part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are “Invented for Life.”
The Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry and was established in 1974. We Drive. to provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates. We make a difference and delight our global customers by creating state of the art products.
Over the past five years we have contributed over 1 million USD to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Additionally, Bosch Charleston works closely with our partners to support these initiatives through volunteerism. There are many opportunities to get involved and we hope you will join us as we make a difference in the Lowcountry.
BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives
• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)
Job Description
Drive the Future of Manufacturing: Leading Industrialization from Concept to Launch.
The Project Manager is the driving force behind turning engineering designs into reality of this new injector generation - 500 Bar. They are responsible and will take ownership of the end-to-end journey—from CAPEX planning and machinery procurement to production floor integration and series production release (rfP), ensuring all deliverables meet stringent cost, quality, and timeline targets.
Operating at the intersection of international engineering teams, plant leadership, and executive management in full alignment with Bosch Project Management processes and automotive industry regulations (IATF 16949 / AIAG).
Key Responsibilities & Scope
- Develop project timelines; lead project team, lead tracking meetings to ensure activities are completed on time (MAE design, MAR, PGL, Pre-acceptance, PPAP, rfP, etc.); ensure on-time deliveries of all MAE equipment
- Develop and track capital budget together with capital coordinator and CTG; manage capital expenditures to stay within budget limits and timing
- Achieve cost, timeline, and quality goals for a successful production launch
- Lead project team consisting of engineering, logistics, quality, and technical functions team to meet project deliverables including quality, cost, timing. (cross functional, cross location, international team)
- Mitigate project risks proactively
- Utilize the Bosch Project Management processes, tools, and procedures
- Maintain clear communications and priorities for all interfaces
- Maintain all required documentation per IATF, AIAG and internal regulation
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- BS in a technical field (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering)
- 5+ years experience in a manufacturing production environment
- 2+ years experience in managing customer or relocation projects
- Experience leading a team of direct and indirect associates in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Knowledge and experience in project management methods
- Demonstrated successful manufacturing launch management preferred
- Supplier and vendor management experience preferred
- Good understanding of applied problem-solving methods
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization
- Target oriented with high persuasiveness, creativity, and responsibility, and displays an analytical and structured working style
- Ability to travel to our German lead-plant and to selected vendor locations in and outside the US is required (25%)
- Understanding of the MAE procurement process.
- Innovative & collaborative mindset to recommend easy solutions & work with cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge in production processes with understanding of lean tools and Bosch Production Systems (BPS) preferred.
Additional Information
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Competitive Time Away from Work Policy
- Paid Time Off (PTO): 16 days (Up to 30 days based on seniority)
- Personal Days (PAA): 5 days
- Company Paid Holidays: 9 days
- Paid Parental Leave: 6 Weeks
- Industry Best Retirement Benefit
- 401k - 75% match up to the first 9% contribution
- Unique Bosch Defined Contribution (BDC) plan provides 100% company-funded 401(k) contributions, ranging from 2.5% to 6.5% of your pay, helping you secure your financial future
- Student Debt Retirement Savings Match
- Profit Sharing Bonus (CPrP) up to 10%
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Onsite Cafeteria with multiple menu options
- Onsite Starbucks Cafe
- Onsite Bosch Store (Employee Discount)
Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success! Bosch Benefits | Bosch in the USA
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