UX Design Operations Project Manager

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

Qualifications

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)