Our Engineering team is looking for a Launch Manager. We are looking for a dynamic and driven candidate who is interested in joining a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.
The Launch Manager leads all activities related to the introduction of new automotive products and programs, ensuring launches are completed on time, within budget, and meet customer quality requirements. This position coordinates cross-functional teams and serves as the primary escalation point during the launch phase.
New Project Transfer & Launch Management
Lead the transfer of new programs from Minth China R&D/Program teams to the US new plant
Organize and lead cross-functional launch team (manufacturing engineering, quality, supply chain, production) to prepare for new program launch
Develop and maintain comprehensive launch timelines aligned with customer milestones and plant readiness
Ensure completion of all launch deliverables: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and safe launch plans
Plant Readiness & Trial Production
Lead plant-side process planning, line layout validation, and production trial runs
Coordinate plant resources (personnel planning, material readiness, new equipment/ tooling/ fixture transfer, acceptance, and commissioning)
Organize plant team training prior to launch and participate in production line acceptance
Lead trial production builds, validate process parameters, optimize processes, and conduct capability studies
Cross-functional Coordination
Serve as primary point of contact between China program team and US plant operations
Lead regular launch review meetings, track open issues (LOP), escalate high-risk items to management
Coordinate with supply chain to ensure component readiness for pilot and ramp-up builds
Quality & Customer Deliverables
Lead PPAP submission and obtain customer production approval
Drive resolution of quality issues and customer complaints during launch phase
Ensure all customer-specific requirements are understood and met
Post-Launch Support & Ramp-Up
Lead plant team to resolve launch issues and achieve production readiness metrics
Support first 30-90 days of production to ensure stable quality and capacity ramp-up
Document lessons learned and best practices for future launches
Manage engineering changes post-launch
Cost & Budget Management
Control project costs within budget, and achieve optimal profitability targets
Track and report launch-related expenses
To be a qualified candidate, you must meet the following:
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Mechanical, Automotive, or related technical field
Experience - minimum 5-8 years of project management experience in automotive manufacturing
Must have experience in new project introduction to manufacturing plants (Required)
Automotive parts industry experience, preferably with battery enclosures / structural components
Strong understanding of automotive project development process (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans)