Consultant System Integration Project Manager: Automotive

About the Role:
We are seeking a System Integration Project Manager to lead cross-functional integration efforts between software and hardware in advanced automotive projects at a large system level. As the number of component deliveries increases, you will be responsible for ensuring seamless integration across complex automotive platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Integration Leadership:
  • Oversee the integration of software and hardware systems within large, complex automotive platforms.
• Daily Follow-Up:
  • Manage the progress of 12 components, including all variants of software (SW) and hardware (HW), ensuring adherence to project deadlines.
  • Monitor and drive essential tasks including:
    • SW delivery from suppliers
    • Prototyping updates
    • Node template status
    • KDCN and D-DCN approvals
    • Integration level assessments
    • Functional and application network testing
    • Input deadlines for signal database changes
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
  • Lead planning and collaboration between software and hardware teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements and deliverables.
• Integration Planning:
  • Collaborate with PM System and SW release management to define the scope, objectives, and milestones for system integration. Develop and monitor project schedules.
• Issue Resolution:
  • Proactively identify integration challenges, manage risks, and implement timely solutions.
• Testing & Validation:
  • Coordinate system testing and validation to ensure systems meet functional and safety requirements.
• Reporting:
  • Keep Project Management Executive (PME) informed about the latest status, hurdles, and achievements.

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience with automotive electrical and electronic systems, including a high-level understanding of AUTOSAR.
• Proven experience in software and hardware integration within a larger context.
• Skilled in the release process of software and hardware within the automotive industry (experience with AB Volvo is a plus).
• Knowledge of embedded software development and software configuration.
• High-level understanding of CAN, Automotive Ethernet, HIL systems, system rights, and vehicle verification & validation.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and development processes.
• Strong expertise in system integration (software and hardware).
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong operational leadership skills with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.