Senior Manager - Mfg simulations

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Simulation Strategy & Governance

• Establish common simulation methodologies, standards, best practices, and design guidelines across all manufacturing processes.
• Build simulation capability roadmap aligned with future vehicle programs and technologies.
• Drive simulation integration into the product development lifecycle.

Domain Leadership

• Oversee Sheet Metal Forming simulations for BIW, closures, structural and chassis components. 
• Oversee Mold Flow simulations for interior, exterior, and functional plastic components. 
• Oversee Forging & Casting simulations for powertrain, chassis, suspension, structural and safety components. 

Product Development Support

• Drive simulation-based design validation and optimization across all programs. 
• Support early concept assessments to improve manufacturability and reduce downstream risks. 
• Ensure First Time Right Design from a manufacturing perspective. 

Manufacturing Excellence

• Drive reductions in tooling modifications, manufacturing defects, development cycle time, and material consumption. 
• Improve process robustness and manufacturing quality through predictive simulation.
• Lead concurrent engineering reviews and virtual manufacturing sign-offs.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with Product Design, Tooling Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Program Management, Purchasing, Quality, and Suppliers. 
• Participate in and steer design reviews, gateway reviews, and technology assessments. 

Digital Engineering

• Lead simulation automation initiatives.
• Drive adoption of digital engineering, virtual validation, AI-enabled simulations, and predictive manufacturing technologies. 

Experience

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

General Requirements

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