Tenneco · 4 hours ago
Engineering Manager, R&D/ Product Development
Plymouth, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expTenneco is a leading manufacturer and distributor in the transportation industry, committed to innovation and quality. They are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Product/Technology Development engineering teams, manage new product development projects, and foster collaboration across various departments.
AutomotiveIndustrial DesignIndustrial ManufacturingInnovation ManagementManufacturingOperating SystemsProduct Design
Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and grow engineers and technical subject matter experts in North American / European Advanced Engineering team: Assess workload and required skill-sets based on project demand and recommend changes Create and manage long and short-term resource plans and budgets Actively support recruiting and hiring of talent Assess training needs and facilitate training for the group Foster collaboration across disciplines and other global sites Define team’s objectives that are in alignment with Tenneco’s corporate goals
Lead development of Advanced Development projects within their area of responsibility: Lead the development of project plans and budgets and be accountable for their execution through assigned project leads Lead new Product Development project teams in the creation of system functional requirements, boundary diagrams, P-diagrams, FMEAs and DVP&Rs Oversee design, stakeholders and gate reviews for Product Development projects to assure that market and technical requirements are met Identify and establish relationships with key partners and vendors to supplement long term technologies strategies Research technology trends, identify synergies, develop project justification, and gain alignment from Business Units
Support new technology development and application development cross-functional teams with methodologies, tools and resources: Contribute to the development of new technology development processes and tools and work on their continuous improvement Develop generic templates, methods and standards for the team and coach engineers to create planning documents, requirements/specification documents, verification and validation documents, and other technical documentation Support from a technology development standpoint Commercial teams during quoting phases for pilot programs and/or new programs Prepare and present technical reports, papers and presentations both for internal audiences as well as for customers, industry events Participate and facilitate Monthly new product technology development project reviews, and other Tenneco engineering forums dedicated to technology development
Drive adherence to Tenneco policies and procedures Attend training sessions, seminars, and conferences to expand job knowledge and skills and network with academics, regulators, professional colleagues, suppliers, and customers
Drive adherence to Tenneco policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechanical Engineering (advanced degree in engineering a plus)
10+ years of experience developing product technologies and products for powertrain systems
3+ years of experience being responsible for leading project teams of engineers and technicians
Self-directed with excellent written and oral communication skills
Proven track record working in team environments, including global collaboration
Project management
Strong fundamentals in diesel and gasoline engine operation
Strong understanding of engine component testing methodologies
Working knowledge of global emissions regulations and environmental mandates for on-road and off-road applications
Understanding of the technology direction(s) and evolution of the internal combustion engine
Preferred
Significant technical depth and experience with Powertrain components including Pistons, Piston Rings, Bearings & Bushings, Valves Seats & Guides and Static/Dynamic Sealing Products
Company
Tenneco
Tenneco is a manufacturing company that designs and markets automotive products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800MKey Investors
Apollo
2025-02-24Private Equity
2022-02-23Acquired
2021-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $800M
Leadership Team
Chintan Sopariwala
Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer
John Patouhas CPA, CGMA
Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
Recent News
Tenneco Automotive Operating Company Inc.
2025-12-02
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