INDUSTRIAL PROJECT ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Job Title: Industrial Project Associate Director

Type of contract: Full-time

Expected Hiring Date: ASAP

Scope: U.S. plant scope with international collaboration across global engineering and industrial project teams

Responsibilities

• Lead the full greenfield industrial project for the new Toledo plant from initial concept through installation, commissioning, and ramp-up
• Coordinate all engineering activities across paint, injection molding, assembly, automation, maintenance, and logistics teams
• Oversee equipment specification, design, installation, testing, and optimization across production areas
• Drive project timing, budgeting, cost control, and risk management to ensure flawless execution
• Track material needs, address technical challenges, and lead cross-functional problem-solving
• Enforce spending discipline and ensure project milestones are met without overshoot
• Manage approximately 20 engineers and technical staff, including delegation, workload planning, and performance discussions
• Implement OPmobility project management methodologies and maintain all project documentation
• Support compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including IATF where applicable
• Collaborate closely with global engineering, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Provide technical leadership during equipment commissioning and early production phases
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, safety, and cost
  
  

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading large-scale industrial or manufacturing projects
• Direct greenfield project experience required
• Experience managing engineering teams or overseeing multi-disciplinary technical groups
• Strong project management skills with MS Project required
• Experience in automation, production lines, paint, or injection molding is a strong plus
• PMP certification and knowledge of IATF standards are strong advantages
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
• Able to lead experts, drive accountability, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Comfortable managing complex priorities and delivering under tight deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment
• English required; additional languages a plus
  
  

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.6 billion in revenue in 2024, 150 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 40,000 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.