Powertrain Program Manager

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

We are looking for two experienced Project Managers to join our team in Rybnik.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Background in project management or sales
• A structured approach to work
• Powertrain expertise with exposure to engines and related components.
• Fluency in English and Polish (mandatory)

Work model: Hybrid (4 days in the office, 1 day remote)

Applications: Only CVs in English will be considered.

Role Objective

• Support the initiation of new projects with platform leaders, from idea to assessment (in collaboration with Chief Engineer / Regional Engineering Director).
• Own and prepare the Project Approval Form including the Business Case Description.
• Manage approved projects from planning through execution, reporting, and presentation.
• Ensure project prioritization to achieve defined targets.

Key Interfaces

• Product Development Director: Direct reporting line
• Engineering Director (Region): Aligns on development needs and resource forecasts
• Sales Director (Region): Provides commercial input and helps build business cases
• Manufacturing & Components (M&C) Director: Coordinates project execution and resource assignment

Customer Manager: Engaged as needed by the Engineering Director.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams from Engineering and M&C (optionally Sales) based on project scope and RASIC.
• Functionally lead technical project leaders.

Product & Engineering Expertise

• Strong project management capabilities for portfolios and individual initiatives.
• Broad understanding of global powertrain trends, regulations, and market potential.
• Sound product knowledge to drive project efficiency.
• Competency in business case evaluation methodology and application.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5 years reporting to a Director or Senior Manager
• Experience in Product Lines (with strong focus on Product & Engineering, ideally also Sales)
• Background in Customer–Engineering collaboration (Technology or AE)
• A confident professional with a high level of responsibility and influence

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