1 Welcome Welcome “Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry” Noel R. Baril Director – Group Human Resources Technical Operations Chrysler LLC SAE World Congress Cobo Hall April 15, 2008
Dec 26, 2015
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WelcomeWelcome
“Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry”
Noel R. BarilDirector – Group Human Resources
Technical OperationsChrysler LLC
SAE World CongressCobo Hall
April 15, 2008
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AgendaAgenda
Changing Competitive Landscape
Chrysler’s Commitment to Environment
Workplace Changes
Career Opportunities
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Changing Competitive LandscapeChanging Competitive Landscape
Legislation and public sentiment are changing the competitive landscape of the automotive industry:
• Global warming
• Public concern about rising fuel costs
Going green in the automotive industry began several years ago with the introduction of lower emission standards
Environmental focus has expanded to encompass greater fuel economy and alternate fuel sources
Providing environmentally friendly products is becoming the norm across industries
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Benefits of Greener Companies Benefits of Greener Companies
Society of Human Resources Survey (SHRM) 2008 Green Workplace Study
Companies say it’s not easy being green, but the benefits are great:
• 44% Improved morale
• 42% Stronger public image
• 20% Increased consumer/customer confidence/choice
• 19% Positive financial bottom line
• 16% Increased employee loyalty
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Going Green: Impact on the WorkplaceGoing Green: Impact on the Workplace
Creating environmental policies and practices
Educating employees on environmental issues
Encouraging employees to work more environmentally friendly
Providing flexible work arrangements
Implementing programs that support an eco-friendly culture
Offering recycling programs for office products
Donating and discounting used office furniture and supplies to employees or local charities
Ensuring efficient lighting systems and equipment
Installing automatic shutoff equipment
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Chrysler Commitment to EnvironmentChrysler Commitment to Environment
Chrysler LLC is dedicated to protecting the health of our
community, our natural resources and the global environment. We are
addressing environmental challenges by working continuously to improve
the environmental performance of our products and operations.
Our longstanding commitment to the environment is reflected in eco-compatible innovations in our products, the greening of our
manufacturing operations, support of the development of advanced
sustainable technologies and our leadership in promoting the use of
alternative fuels.
CUSTOMER FIRST
BE GREEN
QUALITY…PERIOD
GO GLOBAL
POWERED BY GREAT PEOPLE
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Chrysler LLC, Mercedes-Benz, General Motors and BMW have joined forces to develop an advanced two-mode hybrid system
• Represents a major automotive industry milestone
• First Chrysler products to feature technology will be the 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid and 2009 Chrysler Aspen Hybrid
Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), a Chrysler LLC Company, has been in operation for almost 10 years
• Battery-electric vehicles represent a relatively new vehicle in an emerging market segment
ENVI organization responsible for bringing electric-drive vehicles and related advanced-propulsion technologies to market
Improving Fuel Economy and RangeImproving Fuel Economy and Range
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Developing Products that Minimize Impact Developing Products that Minimize Impact on the Environmenton the Environment
Chrysler LLC has been an automotive industry environmental pioneer for the past 15 years
• In 1993, the former Chrysler Corporation was the first manufacturer to produce vehicles meeting California’s Low Emission Vehicle, Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle and partial Zero Emission Vehicle standards
Today, Chrysler LLC has promised that 50% of its vehicles will be capable of running on alternative fuels such as ethanol and biodiesel by 2012
• Currently have 11 models available as an E85-capable Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
• Chrysler has sold more than 1.5 million FFVs in the past decade
• Dodge Ram with 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel – already meets the EPA’s stringent 2010 emission standards
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2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango 2009 Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango HybridsHybrids
Hybrid fuel efficiency combined with full-size SUV performance, capability and utility
HEMI® with Multiple Displacement System coupled with hybrid technology
Combination of low- and high-speed electric continuously variable transmission (ECVT) modes creates advanced, two-mode hybrid
Delivers more than 25 percent overall fuel economy improvement
Full-size SUVs boast nearly 40 percent fuel economy improvement in the city
6,000 pounds towing capability
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Concept Vehicles and Technology from ENVIConcept Vehicles and Technology from ENVI
Range extended electric vehicle technology (REEV)
Eco-friendly -- minimizes use of materials
Combines 40-mile lithium-ion battery pack with three different ways of addressing energy concerns
Jeep Renegade – clean diesel REEV
Dodge ZEO – All electric Chrysler ecoVoyager –
hydrogen fuel cell powered
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Special Edition 10Special Edition 10thth Anniversary GEM Anniversary GEM
Commemorates 10 years of green transportation at Global Electric Motorcars LLC
Battery-powered, zero tailpipe emission vehicles
Available as 2-, 4- and 6-passenger models, utility vehicles
More than 35,000 GEM neighborhood electric vehicles worldwide
Recognized by WestStart-CALSTART with 2007 Blue Sky Merit Award for its positive impact on air quality in California
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Reinvesting in and Preserving the Reinvesting in and Preserving the EnvironmentEnvironment
In recent years, Chrysler LLC has invested more than $10 billion in communities where we have our roots
Billions of dollars have been spent to construct or refurbish production facilities, or in some cases, support local developers to ensure industrious use of the sites, including more than $165 million to recondition Brownfield sites
Over the past 15 years, nearly 40 sites have undergone environmental and economic transformation
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Greening our Manufacturing OperationsGreening our Manufacturing Operations
Two of Chrysler’s facilities, the Newark, Delaware Assembly Plant and the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance (GEMA) in Dundee, Michigan have achieved zero-waste-to-landfill status
All Chrysler facilities in Mexico are zero wastewater discharge facilities In recent years
Chrysler is the world leader in applying powder primer technology to our products – resulting in no emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
Since 1991, the company has researched recycling technologies aimed at reducing the amount of a vehicle that goes to landfill
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ManagerialCareer PathManagerialCareer Path
Chrysler Engineering CareersChrysler Engineering Careers
Engineering innovation is vital to remain competitive and successfully carry out our future product plan
Equally important is our ability to attract, retain and motivate top talent
Many years ago, the dual career ladder structure was implemented in support of these objectives
Structure provides a mechanism to leverage the resources, skills and talents of our workforce while providing individuals an opportunity to enjoy a career path based on their professional interests and aspirations
Technical SpecialistCareer Path
Technical SpecialistCareer Path
Engineering Career PathsEngineering Career Paths
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Chrysler Engineering CareersChrysler Engineering Careers
Guide the technological direction for future product innovation
Share knowledge, coach and mentoring others
Drive state-of-the-art technology
Stay abreast on ever changing technology
Support disciplined decision making
Technical Specialist Roles and Responsibilities:
Distribution of Specialists by Function
Powertrain 37.1%
Scientific Labs 25.4%
Other 19.3%
EE Core 11.2%
Product Teams 7.0%
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Chrysler Engineering Careers
Technical Senior
Specialist
Technical Specialist
Technical Fellow
• Bachelors Degree in ME or EE or related technical field
• Masters Degree in ME or EE or related technical field
Education• Masters Degree in ME
or EE or related technical field
Experience
• Pd.D., PE or MBB
• 8 years • 10 years • 12 years
• Ability to direct, lead, teach and inspire
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Influence and decision capability
Leadership
• Patents, Papers, Publications, External Involvement, Problem Solving, etc. Expertise
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Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry: Education
Engineering – Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials
Engineering Science
Computer Science
Physics
Chemistry
Applied Sciences / Math
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Simulation and modeling experience - to help optimize full vehicle efficiency (i.e., fuel economy)
Understanding of the vehicle as a system and the ability to synthesize information from multiple perspectives
Combustion system knowledge
Powertrain controls (algorithm knowledge and aptitude)
Exhaust after treatment experience (capable of developing new CAFE-driven powertrain systems with minimum precious metal requirements)
Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry: Experience
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Hybrid Electrical Vehicle Powertrain Systems
• Engine Controls and Calibration
• Transmission Calibration and Controls
• Electric Motor Control and Calibration
• Hybrid Operating Knowledge
• Energy Management
• Regenerative Brake System
• Transmission Clutch and Hydraulic Control
Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry: Experience
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Battery Systems
• Battery Management System/Controls
• Battery State Estimator Algorigthms
• Battery Pack/module/cell Testing
• Battery Chemistry (High Voltage Lithium Ion )
System Integration & Matching
• Powertrain Simulation and Matching, System Validation
• Advanced Technology / Concept Evaluation
• Powertrain Electrical Engineering Control Systems, Network and Architecture, Diagnostics, Tools
Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry: Experience
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Leadership Capability
• Change Management
• Individual / Team
Communication Skills
• Written
• Verbal
Action Orientation
Problem Solving
Process Thinking
Ethics / Integrity / Values Diversity (treats people with respect)
Encourages Collaboration (acts as a team player)
Career Opportunities in a Greener Automotive Industry: Behaviors
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Career Opportunities in a Career Opportunities in a GreenerGreener Automotive Automotive Industry: What We Can ExpectIndustry: What We Can Expect
More collaborative relationships and partnerships forming between companies
• Fuel economy
• Technical innovation
Increased alliances with government and universities
Career development programs aligned to company green objectives
Reward and recognition structures that support development of green skills