Program / Project Management Engineer

The Senior Lead Engineer, Program/Project Management is accountable for planning and directing design engineers and other technical engineers working on specific projects. They manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. They are responsible for managing large projects with complex scope, multiple streams of work and inter-dependencies.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage programs (multiple projects per program) of medium complexity (technology, organizationally). Lead cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetings.
• Present and communicate status to the business leaders and customers. Review and interpret customer specifications and provide customer feedback
• Coordinate site-wide deployment efforts.
• Implement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommend process improvements
• Plan the overall program and monitor the progress. Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resources.
• Daily program management throughout the program life
• Drive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products & service offerings, Customer Specific Needs)
• Define the program governance (controls)
• Manage the program’s budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, cost/labour &expense
• Manage risks and issues and taking corrective measurements
• Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies. Manage and utilize resources across projects
• Align the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome” with the aid of the business change manager
• Manage the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation document

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Tools: Proficient in JIRA/Azure DevOps and other Agile project management tools.
• Resilience: Proven ability to thrive in high-utilization, fast-paced environments.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to "translate" technical hurdles into clear updates for non-technical customers.
• Technical Literacy: A solid grasp of how firmware integrates with product hardware. Knowledge in IEC62304or ISO13485 is a plus.
• High-Pressure Delivery: Demonstrated experience working in high-utilization environments, with the ability to maintain team focus during tight deadlines.
• Customer Advocacy: Strong ability to handle customer pressure, negotiate timelines, and manage external expectations professionally.
• Financial Aptitude: A readiness to take on project finance responsibilities, including quoting, revenue recognition, and cost management.

Typical Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in Software Project Management or Scrum Master , with a specific focus on Embedded Systems or Firmware