The Stellantis Product Design Office (PDO) is seeking a highly motivated UX Design Operations Project Manager to lead planning, coordination, and execution across User Experience design programs.
This role operates at the intersection of design, engineering, software, and fabrication, translating UX concepts into structured execution plans and ensuring delivery through high-quality physical and digital prototypes. This includes early-stage design assets, bench-top models, BUCs, and integrated cockpit experiences.
The ideal candidate brings strong operational rigor, the ability to synthesize inputs across diverse cross-functional teams, and a passion for enabling clinic-able User Experience design.
Key Responsibilities:
Program & Planning Management
Translate enterprise-level plans (LRP) into actionable team-level roadmaps
Build and maintain integrated program timelines, milestones, and deliverables
Develop macro-level project plans across vehicle programs
Define milestone expectations in partnership with Design Managers and stakeholders
UX Prototyping & Model Coordination
Plan and coordinate development of UX prototypes across both physical and digital (software) domains, including BUCs, bench-top models, and interactive HMI experiences
Align resources, schedules, and internal/external stakeholders to deliver end-to-end prototype builds, from concept through validation
Enable integration of software (HMI/UI) and hardware components into cohesive experiences
Stakeholder & Communication Management
Serve as the central coordination point between Design, Engineering, and Fabrication teams
Structure and maintain clear program communications, reporting, and documentation
Align stakeholders on priorities, risks, and program status
Support Design Leadership with planning and execution
Operations & Process Optimization
Identify and implement improvements to UX workflows, prototyping processes, and cross-functional alignment
Drive continuous improvement across planning, resourcing, and prototype delivery
Support scalable, repeatable processes for physical and digital build execution
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or related field
5+ years of experience in program management, product development, design operations, or related roles
Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including executive-level storytelling
Preferred Qualifications:
MBA and/or advanced degree
Experience in automotive, industrial design, or fabrication environments
Familiarity with physical and digital prototyping (BUCs, model builds, digital assets)
The Stellantis Product Design Office (PDO) is seeking a highly motivated UX Design Operations Project Manager to lead planning, coordination, and execution across User Experience design programs.
This role operates at the intersection of design, engineering, software, and fabrication, translating UX concepts into structured execution plans and ensuring delivery through high-quality physical and digital prototypes. This includes early-stage design assets, bench-top models, BUCs, and integrated cockpit experiences.
The ideal candidate brings strong operational rigor, the ability to synthesize inputs across diverse cross-functional teams, and a passion for enabling clinic-able User Experience design.
Key Responsibilities:
Program & Planning Management
Translate enterprise-level plans (LRP) into actionable team-level roadmaps
Build and maintain integrated program timelines, milestones, and deliverables
Develop macro-level project plans across vehicle programs
Define milestone expectations in partnership with Design Managers and stakeholders
UX Prototyping & Model Coordination
Plan and coordinate development of UX prototypes across both physical and digital (software) domains, including BUCs, bench-top models, and interactive HMI experiences
Align resources, schedules, and internal/external stakeholders to deliver end-to-end prototype builds, from concept through validation
Enable integration of software (HMI/UI) and hardware components into cohesive experiences
Stakeholder & Communication Management
Serve as the central coordination point between Design, Engineering, and Fabrication teams
Structure and maintain clear program communications, reporting, and documentation
Align stakeholders on priorities, risks, and program status
Support Design Leadership with planning and execution
Operations & Process Optimization
Identify and implement improvements to UX workflows, prototyping processes, and cross-functional alignment
Drive continuous improvement across planning, resourcing, and prototype delivery
Support scalable, repeatable processes for physical and digital build execution
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
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