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Senior Project Manager/Program Manager - Battery Pack Manufacturing | Newark, CA / Phoenix, AZ / China (Hybrid/Travel) - Mandarin Chinese required (bilingual English/Mandarin)
Lead critical battery pack production execution in China for a luxury electric vehicle manufacturer, serving as the on-site representative coordinating cross-functional teams and vendor operations to ensure successful delivery of next-generation EV battery systems.
About the Role: We're seeking an experienced bilingual (Mandarin/English) Project Manager to oversee battery pack build execution at a vendor facility in China for our client in the premium electric vehicle industry. This high-visibility contract role offers direct executive exposure, early influence over planning and execution, and the opportunity to manage a business-critical project that's essential to the company's production success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as on-site Lucid representative at vendor facility in China during battery pack production build
- Lead cross-functional planning with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams
- Develop and maintain integrated project timelines aligned with program launch milestones
- Ensure readiness of all components, tooling, and logistics for vendor build event
- Monitor daily production activities ensuring adherence to quality standards and build specifications
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical field
- 8 years project management experience in automotive manufacturing
- 8 years experience with China-based manufacturing operations and vendor management
- Business fluency in Mandarin Chinese required (bilingual English/Mandarin)
- 8 years experience presenting to executive leadership (VP level)
- Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional projects in global environments
- Strong leadership and communication skills with executive presence
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and supply chain logistics
- Willing to travel internationally and be on-site in China for extended duration
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment
- PMP certification preferred
- Experience with battery pack assembly and validation processes preferred
- Knowledge of automotive homologation requirements preferred
Contract Details: Contract Position (Extension Possible) | Newark, CA / Phoenix, AZ / China | M-F 40 hrs/week | Reports to Operations Leadership
Location Requirements:
- First half: Based between Newark, CA and Phoenix, AZ
- Second half: International travel to China (extended on-site assignment)
Next Steps: Submit your resume highlighting your automotive manufacturing project management experience, China operations background, and bilingual Mandarin capabilities. Candidates will be asked to present a case study during interview process.
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Salary : $90 - $100