Project Coordinator: Automotive Systems

Job published on 03/25/2026

JOB TITLE:            Project Coordinator - Automotive Systems

REPORTS TO:      Department Manager

JOB TYPE:            Full-Time

DAYS/HOURS:     Monday - Friday. Standard business hours

LOCATION:           2831 Research Drive, Rochester Hills, MI 48309

This is a full-time, in-person position.

Who is SolvIT, Inc.?

SolvIT, Inc. provides a strategic approach to technology, leveraging cost-effective business automation solutions for our customers. Our solutions include software development, infrastructure cloud hosting, managed IT services, and technical support.

Based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, we continuously strive to provide excellent customer service by building a team of caring, service-focused, and collaborative change leaders. We know that our team members are vital to our success, and we are continuously seeking individuals who will thrive as part of our innovative and talented staff.

Join a Team That Drives Results

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Coordinator: Automotive Systems to support the readiness of diagnostic tools and systems used across Aftermarket and Fleet operations.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in IT Project Management or Engineering Project Management who enjoys coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring alignment across multiple stakeholders.

In this highly collaborative role, you’ll partner with OEM diagnostic support teams, regional stakeholders, and engineering groups to ensure timely, accurate information sharing and successful project execution. Your work will directly impact the quality, functionality, and deployment of diagnostic solutions for current and future vehicle technologies.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and coordinate activities related to Engineering Research & Development (ER&D) cost tracking, including submission management, approvals, and follow-ups

• Maintain project tracking tools, dashboards, and summary reports; provide regular updates to finance and leadership teams

• Facilitate recurring project review meetings, document key outcomes, and ensure follow-up on action items

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (engineering, regional operations, and technical support) to track project status and ensure program readiness

• Gather and organize project-related data from internal systems (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, PLM tools) and stakeholder meetings

• Drive communication and awareness of upcoming vehicle programs, system changes, and new technologies

• Lead recurring stakeholder meetings focused on new program readiness and impact assessment

• Support leadership with process improvement, alignment initiatives, and operational efficiencies

What Makes You Qualified:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field

• 2–5 years of experience in project coordination, project management, or program support (IT, engineering, or technical environments preferred)

• Experience managing multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously

• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work across cross-functional teams

• Experience with project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and drive projects forward

What Makes You an All-Star:

• Exposure to automotive systems, vehicle diagnostics, or embedded systems

• Familiarity with technical environments involving hardware/software integration

• Experience working with global or cross-regional teams

• Understanding of technical data, system documentation, or engineering workflows

• Background in Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies

Can you meet these physical demands?

• A set work schedule will be provided, but some flexibility is required as hours may vary due to need

• Attending training on non-scheduled hours may be required periodically with advanced notice

• Physical demands:  Non-strenuous with low risk; primarily sedentary with some walking, standing, and carrying of light objects; Adequately lighted, ventilated and climate-controlled area where normal precautions must be observed

• Work environment: Work is generally performed within a normal office environment using standard office equipment; Moderate noise typical of a business office; Travel for company business may be required to attend off-site meetings, etc; May require early morning, night and weekend work assignments; Interaction with contracted providers, staff and vendors by phone and face-to-face will be constant and may be disruptive: Work may be stressful at times.

Do you have clearance to work?              

• Signing the Company non-solicitation and non-disclosure agreements

• Acceptable results from a Company initiated background check

• Compliance with the federal Form I-9 completion timelines and policies and confirmation of employment authorization by the U.S. federal electronic system, E-Verify

  • All newly-hired employees are queried through the U.S. federal electronic employment verification system, E-Verify”.  Section 1 of the Form I-9 may be completed upon your acceptance of this job offer, but no later than your first day of employment.  On your first day, but no later than your third day, you will need to bring original documentation to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S.

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Dependent Care FSA, Medical FSA, and Life & Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off – Includes vacation, sick, personal, and paid holidays.

• 401(k), company matches up to 4%.

• Fun and flexible work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SolvIT’s employment practices and decisions are based on job qualifications, performance, and conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and conditions related to pregnancy), marital or veteran status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, misdemeanor arrest record, sexual orientation, transgender status, or any other legally protected status.