Product Engineering Manager

As a Product Engineering Manager, you will be the technical bridge between PPG and our customers. You will help the teams to understand customer's technical requirements and standard, and get all the certifications.
You will report to Senior Product Engineering Manager. You working location will be in Tianjin.

Key Responsibilities
Lead all new technology and product approvals globally for projects within the business plan and following strategic marketing and (global) account management for defined OEM
Review global approval list with teams in other regions and define approval activities with team
Implement approval plan established in coordination between BDM / Strategic Marketing / Account Management
Responsibility for approvals starting at OEM level down to n-Tier across complete product portfolio
Support other regions to obtain approval with local OEM
Lead defined national and international projects
Proactive provision of the necessary OEM information and requirements to the relevant departments and support in clarifying specific customer inquiries
Maintain customer relationship at all levels of the customer’s central engineering organization
Manage product portfolio optimization
Consult with the customer and internally to align project specifications, manage product and solutions offering with a “One PPG” approach
Manage customer communication in case of product changes, production relocation and other activities requiring product approvals
Support of activities regarding quality, claim management and corrective actions
Helps solve efforts in case of product issues related to technology

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, more than 5 years of working experience.
Familiar with automotive painting process or related technique.
Capability in using English, willingness to travel.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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