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Senior Human Resources Manager — Automotive R&D & Technical Development
Location: Novi & Auburn Hills, Michigan, Relocation assistance available
Industry: Automotive OEM / R&D / Technical Applications Development
Relocation Assistance Available
Are you a people-focused HR leader who thrives in a diverse, innovative environment? Our client is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to support approximately 350 employees across Sales, R&D, and Technical Applications Development teams in their Novi and Auburn Hills facilities.
You will partner directly with executives, managers, and highly educated technical staff (including Ph.D.-level engineers and scientists) to ensure HR alignment, engagement, and compliance in a fast-moving, global environment.
What You’ll Do
- Lead HR operations across both facilities, providing strategic and hands-on support in employee relations, performance management, benefits, and talent development.
- Oversee and interpret HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance while gaining organizational buy-in.
- Manage immigration and visa programs (H-1B, L-1, OPT, etc.), including document review and signature authorization.
- Champion workplace safety and regulatory compliance through familiarity with EHS and OSHA; MIOSHA experience is a plus.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, balancing business needs with employee advocacy.
- Build bridges across diverse groups and cultural backgrounds with patience, professionalism, and clear communication.
- Support initiatives that foster inclusion, engagement, and talent retention in an R&D-driven culture.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 8 years of progressive HR experience, including 3 in a senior management role supporting multiple sites.
- Proven success in R&D or technical environments.
- Strong working knowledge of immigration and visa processes with comfort signing official documentation.
- Solid understanding of OSHA and EHS standards; MIOSHA experience preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to partner with employees at all levels.
- Bilingual in Korean and English strongly preferred.
- SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification a plus.
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- Comprehensive benefits
- Relocation assistance
- Opportunity to shape HR strategy in a growing, global R&D organization
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Salary : $100,000 - $140,000