Zero Emission Vehicle Technologies Manager

With a focus on Mobility, Operational Excellence, Value to our Customers and the Electrification of vehicles, you can expect to be part of something exciting. From the sleek design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we offer around the globe, Nissan exemplifies ingenuity in everything we do. Our people are what drive the business forward.

We're currently looking for a manager to join our team in Zero Emission Vehicle Technologies.

This role will be responsible for leading various projects that fall under Zero Emission Vehicle Technologies. Projects will utilize project management skills, automotive technical knowhow and ability to work on cross functional team. Job functions include but are not limited to:

• Department Performance: hire, develop, train, and engage department staff; Plan and/or adjust manpower to meet workload
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead resolution of cross-functional issues with other R&D departments, or divisions of Nissan (Purchasing, Manufacturing, etc.) and suppliers
• Operational Management and Planning: Develop and execute Business Plans for the department including short-term and long-term strategic initiatives; Plan and manage the budget (travel, OT, etc.) for the department; Plan, lead, and motivate your team to execute project development and meet key milestones; track and report progress of your team's output and milestone achievement.
• Work closely with Japan based teams to discuss benchmarking, testing, strategies and schedules and budget. Follow through work requests to completion with complete summary provided detailed data and insights.
• Manage suppliers and engineering service companies in technical development, testing, certification, and research.
• Support team on technical testing when needed.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline
• 8 or more years of directly related professional-level engineering experience
• Ability to communicate effectively, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to lead and influence others
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, cross-functional environment with other technical and non-technical disciplines both internal and external
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Knowledge of Li-Ion batteries and BEV systems a plus
• Up to 10% travel required (domestic and international)
  
  

Welcome to an open lane of possibility. Drive your career forward and join the company leading the technology and business evolution of the automotive industry by applying today.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.

All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility. **Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.**

*This statement should be removed when applicable for roles where Visa Sponsorship may be an option*

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

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