AME ZET Program Manager

Location: BUCUREŞTI, Romania; Hybrid

With a legacy of over 70 years, Garrett Motion is a cutting-edge technology leader enabling emission reduction and energy efficiency. We design, manufacture and sell highly engineered turbocharging, air and fluid compression, and high-speed electric motor technologies for customers in the mobility and industrial fields.

We develop advanced turbochargers and electric boosting technologies for hybrids and electrified powertrains. Garrett continues to advance turbo applications while leveraging its unique technology portfolio, including fuel cell compressors for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, electric propulsion and thermal management systems for automotive and industrial applications. Our products enable improved fuel economy and energy efficiency, enhanced thermal management, reduced weight and size, and lower greenhouse gas and other emissions.

We serve original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and independent aftermarket distributors worldwide across the mobility and industrial fields. Our solutions support light and commercial vehicles (on- and off-highway), as well as marine and industrial applications, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and power generation.

Join our team as an AME ZET Program Manager!

Play a key role in transforming Garrett's global manufacturing capabilities for Zero Emission Technologies (ZET). In this highly visible position, you will lead cross-functional industrialization and manufacturing programs, driving flawless new product launches, capacity planning, capital investments, operational excellence initiatives, and strategic manufacturing transformation projects across our global operations. 

What You'll Do:

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing and industrialization programs for Zero Emission Technologies. 
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) execution, ensuring critical milestones are achieved on time. 
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, and Operations. 
• Manage capacity planning and support capital investment (CapEx) activities for global manufacturing projects. 
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and drive timely resolution of roadblocks. 
• Lead equipment launch activities, from supplier engagement through installation and handover to production. 
• Support operational excellence, continuous improvement, and strategic manufacturing initiatives. 
• Contribute to Garrett Excellence Model (GEM) deployment and transformational Kaizen projects.

What We Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. 
• 5+ years of Program Management experience in the automotive industry. 
• Proven experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) programs. 
• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering and industrialization processes. 
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders in a complex, matrixed environment. 
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. 
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification required. 
• Fluent English. 
• MBA, Lean Expert, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification are considered advantages.

BENEFITS

Meal tickets

13th salary

Private medical insurance

A fixed monthly amount received on the Benefits platform with which you can choose from services such as:

Extended health insurance for employees and dependents

Dental care

Online and offsite shopping discounts

Private pension

Vacation vouchers

Transportation: Metrorex/STB monthly subscriptions or Fuel card

Access to various events (paintball, escape room, laser tag, rafting, wakeboarding, movie, theater etc.)

LEARN & DEVELOP

Extensive online and on-site training programs

Support for Green Belt Six Sigma Certification

Peer2Peer Training program: learn and teach one another, offer advice, and engage

Career growth & promotion opportunities

International work environment

RELAX & WELL-BEING

Sports and Social Club: trainer in the Office program and weekly online Nutrition Sessions for all Garrett employees

Friendly working environment, alongside talented and dedicated people

Networking area

Bookster

Great coffee, tea and spices

Weekly Fruit Day

Employee assistance program for all our employees

Flexible working hours

26 vacation days per year for all our employees

Hybrid work environment: 2 days Work from Home per week

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