Senior Program Manager (Automotive)

lgelectronics

Troy, MI · Troy · United States

Posted Aug 1, 2026

Full-time
Power Electronics PM & Development Team - P11009

Job description

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

LG Magna e-Powertrain USA, Inc. is a newly established US subsidiary headquartered in South Korea, formed through a joint venture by LG Electronics Vehicle Solution and Magna International, created to bring new synergies based on LG’s electric vehicle component capabilities and Magna’s experience in the traditional automotive industry. Located in Southeast Michigan, LG Magna USA provides engineering, sales, and quality solutions for developing various electric vehicle products such as drive motors, power conversion devices, and related integrated systems. LG Magna USA, as part of the global LG Magna team, strives to become the global No.1 e-Mobility solution partner by providing the highest value technologies and products, securing profitable growth together with customers, and contributing to a sustainable society. Our team takes pride in driving progress by developing innovative solutions for electric vehicle industry customers. Powered by a culture of passion, teamwork, customer focus, initiative, and creativity, we are pushing the boundaries every day. With the philosophy that "people are the source of corporate competitiveness," we are committed to actively seeking out top talent and investing in career growth and development to retain exceptional people. We invite people to join our mission to create innovative solutions leading the trend in creating an eco-friendly, clean future through the electric vehicle industry, to drive a better life.

Overall Responsibilities

LG Magna e-Powertrain USA, Inc. is expanding its team in Troy, MI and is seeking a highly motivated and experienced, Sr. Program Manager to join our dynamic group focused on electric vehicle development. This position will concentrate on tasks for program development and timelines with cross-functional teams. You will coordinate tracking of deliverables, resolve issues, and maintaining clear communication with OEM customers and our headquarters in Korea.

Major Tasks Listed Below:

Create development timing plan and manage each activity to launch program successfully.
Coordinate to release electric vehicle component software & hardware to customer.
Responsible for all development activities to launch program successfully as well as being the point of contact person for our customer and LG-Magna.
Support weekly meetings with customers to share the development status and major issue tracking and coordinate to resolve the issue in time.
Coordinate and attend various communication meetings with customers or suppliers in order to deal with program details.
Manage all activities to ensure current program deliverables are met successfully.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including but not limited to Program, Development, Validation, Manufacturing, Procurement/Purchasing, Sales and Quality teams to track progress against established Project timelines and milestones.
Maintain Program Status Reports (Program Management Templates) and use reports as a Management Tool for performance monitoring against Customer (internal / external) expectations.
Be involved in various Customer and LGM internal meeting to monitor and track the open items, and Lead Customer and LG Magna internal meetings. To deal with global teams, Evening meeting will be happening and needs to participate.
Be involved in hardware and software issues and support engineering team to resolve issues.
Investigate new biz opportunities and propose to Customers.
Report program status to the leadership.
Listen VOC and do some relevant communication with LG Magna internal team and leadership.
Local trip to customer facilities (Manufacturing plant, R&D center, etc.).
Overseas business trip to support program in charge.

Qualifications:

Required bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering
Minimum 5 years’ Program Management experience working directly with a customer in automotive industry
Understanding of automotive component development process and manufacturing process
Good knowledge of OEM process and requirements
Good Skills to use MS project and MS Office
Understanding of cost structure

Preferred Qualifications:

PMP certificate by PMI
Comprehensive OEM or Tier1 Automotive experience
Experience with management tools

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees:

No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors:

Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

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