Project Engineer 3

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Southfield, MI, USA
In-Office
107K-133K Annually
Senior level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Serve as technical lead for the DENSO NA Sustainability (ESG) platform: define business and technical requirements, lead system integration with IoT and data analytics, create and execute test and training plans, manage project status, risks, stakeholder communication, and drive system adoption and continuous improvement.
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JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, works to serve as technical lead for the DENSO NA Sustainability (ESG) Platform. The DENSO NA Sustainability Platform enables regulatory compliance, sustainability reporting according to external customer requirements, and achievement of DENSO sustainability goals.   Confirms completion criteria for each project deliverable and tracks status towards completion. Maintains communication with the customer and informs regularly on project status.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate with NA Sustainability Promotion (within Safety, Health, and Enviroment [SHE]) to define business requirements which enable regulatory compliance, meeting external customer reporting expectations, and achieving DENSO sustainability goals. 
  • Lead overall system integration through collaboration with other departments in NA ITDC, such as IoT, Data Analytics, and IT in order to assure the appropriate data flow to enable the ESG system to make the correct calculations focused on product carbon footprint and tracking real-time energy usage 
  • Translate business requirements into system technical requirements along with managing the implementation in order to assure customer expectations of ESG system are met
  • Create and execute test plans in order to assure system quality while applying problem solving skills to address all testing related issues 
  • Drive system adoption through creation and executing user training plans, engaging users to address system usability issues, and identifying root cause  and implementing corrective actions to system technical issues  .
  • Establishes and leads regular cross-functional collaboration meetings with project team, such as milestone meetings, design review, etc. Utilizes appropriate tools to facilitate communication across the project team.
  • Maintains communication with the customer and informs regularly on project status.
  • Identifies any risks/issues with the project and escalates up to management and others as needed.
  • Creates various project reports and presents to management, including, but not limited to, project completeness, and risks and issues.
  • Actively seeks and recognizes potential improvements to processes and/or project tools.
  • May act as an advisor or mentor to junior professionals.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field 
  • 5+ years of related experience 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent presentation skills
  • Excellent customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship as a partnership
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to address customer issues and partner on resolutions
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent negotiation skills and an ability to resolve situations while making a point firmly and seeking a positive outcome for both sides
  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple project priorities and technical initiatives simultaneously
  • Understanding of digital engineering, data governance principles, and system integration
  • Kaizen mindset
  • Ability to demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in solving problems in a timely manner

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans 
  • 401K with 4% Company Match 
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays 
  • Bonus Program 
  • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs 
  • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance 
  • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs 
  • Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program 
  • Volunteer Opportunities 
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) 
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) 
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) 

Annual Salary: $107,000 – $133,000

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 5+ years of related experience
  • Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple technical initiatives
  • Experience with system integration and ensuring appropriate data flows
  • Experience with IoT and data analytics platforms
  • Understanding of digital engineering and data governance principles
  • Ability to create and execute test plans and address testing issues
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Experience driving user adoption, training, and resolving usability issues
  • Kaizen mindset and continuous improvement orientation

DENSO Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DENSO and has not been reviewed or approved by DENSO.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical coverage includes multiple plan designs through a major carrier, telemedicine, and chronic‑condition programs bundled with enrollment. On‑site family health centers at select locations add convenient primary care and pharmacy access for eligible members.
  • Retirement Support The 401(k) program uses automatic enrollment with a straightforward dollar‑for‑dollar company match on initial contributions and an annual true‑up via a recognized recordkeeper. Auto‑increase and the potential for discretionary employer contributions reinforce long‑term savings support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness incentives can reduce medical premiums, and resources span musculoskeletal care, weight management, digestive health, and behavioral health at no additional cost when enrolled. Site‑based amenities like on‑site care, fitness options, and tuition reimbursement expand lifestyle value where available.

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The Company
HQ: Kariya, Japan
18,627 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

DENSO is one of the world's largest automotive suppliers with a 75-year history of providing advanced automotive systems and technology to automakers worldwide. While our products are featured on nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today, we're also looking to innovate beyond automotive so we can maximize how we support the evolving needs of society. Globally, we have 158,000 employees, including 27,000+ in North America, working together every day to pursue our Two Great Causes: Green -- which represents our goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 through our products, processes and facilities; and Peace of Mind -- which focuses on developing solutions for safer and more seamless experiences across society. Together, they help us pursue our mission of contributing to a better world.

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