Senior Human Resources Manager

Senior Human Resources Manager — Automotive R&D & Technical Development

Industry: Automotive OEM / R&D / Technical Applications Development

Relocation Assistance Available

Are you a people-focused HR leader who thrives in a diverse, innovative environment? Our client is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to support approximately 350 employees across Sales, R&D, and Technical Applications Development teams in their Novi and Auburn Hills facilities.

You will partner directly with executives, managers, and highly educated technical staff (including Ph.D.

-level engineers and scientists) to ensure HR alignment, engagement, and compliance in a fast-moving, global environment.

• Lead HR operations across both facilities, providing strategic and hands-on support in employee relations, performance management, benefits, and talent development.
• Oversee and interpret HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance while gaining organizational buy-in.
• Manage immigration and visa programs (H-1B, L-1, OPT, etc.), including document review and signature authorization.
• Champion workplace safety and regulatory compliance through familiarity with EHS and OSHA
  ; MIOSHA experience is a plus.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, balancing business needs with employee advocacy.
• Build bridges across diverse groups and cultural backgrounds with patience, professionalism, and clear communication.
• Support initiatives that foster inclusion, engagement, and talent retention in an R&D-driven culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ in a senior management role supporting multiple sites.
• Proven success in R&D or technical environments.
• Strong working knowledge of immigration and visa processes with comfort signing official documentation.
• Solid understanding of OSHA and EHS standards; MIOSHA experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to partner with employees at all levels.
• Bilingual in Korean and English strongly preferred.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification a plus.

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunity to shape HR strategy in a growing, global R&D organization