A123Systems is one of the world’s leading suppliers of high-power lithium ion batteries. The company’s patent pending Nanophosphate™ technology enables its batteries to deliver previously unattainable levels of power, safety and life.  Applicable to a wide range of industries, A123Systems’ products remove many traditional technology constraints to provide OEMs expanded flexibility in system design.  With the largest lithium ion R&D team in North America, world-class expertise and management, and global manufacturing operations, A123Systems’ Automotive Class Lithium Ion™ batteries are leading the automotive movement towards platform electrification.  Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Massachusetts, A123Systems’ proprietary nanoscale electrode technology is built on initial developments from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  A123Systems' Advanced Research & Government Solutions Division in Ann Arbor, Michigan is nationally recognized for new materials development and cutting-edge research.  For additional information please visit www.a123systems.com

Position Overview

Responsible for defining / managing the technical, timing, financials and staffing elements of the project while being the primary interface between internal customer and the internal engineering and management teams.

Primary responsibilities

• Develop program budgets and timing from concept to launch quality and volume (SOP+90 days)

• Direct program execution to meet budget, timing and product requirements set by product mgt

• Reports on program status, key risks and action plans to internal teams, management and customers

• Coordinates action plans among cross functional team

• Manages Phase/Gate New Product Development Process

• Ensures volume capacity is implemented within Supply Chain and Manufacturing in time for launch

• Works with NPD, Purchasing, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing and Quality to ensure APQP execution

• Document and track compliance to technical and commercial requirements along with developing solutions to address any/all identified gaps • Develop and maintain project primary project timelines

• Co-lead developing , sourcing and managing key suppliers

• Drive towards rapid identification and resolution of any and all engineering related performance, cost, timing, manufacturing , supply base etc related issues

Specific Skills/Abilities

The position requires:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• High Energy / Flexible / Adaptable / Dynamic / “can-do” attitude

• Strong technical background with focus on electrical / mechanical / software integration

• Proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving

• Business / financial acumen

• Familiarity with Automotive Development Processes / APQP process

• Ability to thrive within a rapidly changing / growing matrix organization

• Experience in developing and installing process disciplines

Education/Experience

• Education: BSME/EE required with MS / MBA and/or PMO certification desired

• Total years of Experience Required: 10+ yrs

• Industry Experience Required: 10+ yrs at Automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier

• Other Experience Required: 5+ yrs direct or matrix management of people

• Technical Experience Desired: High Tech Start-up / Hybrid Electric Vehicles / Alternative Energy / Batteries