Atlassian JIRA, Automotive Industry, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Contract Manufacturing, Cross-Functional, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Finance, Financial Strategy, Hardware Administration, Hardware Development, Hardware-Software Integration, Infotainment, Mechanical Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Schedule Development, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Vehicle Driving, Vehicle Fleets
Introduction
Advanced Hardware Engineering team is responsible for delivering all the autonomous hardware, infotainment electronic control units, and electrical components for future fleet of self-driving vehicles. We are seeking a technical program manager to support our hardware development efforts. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with our engineering leaders across software, hardware, vehicle engineering, and product to help us achieve our strategic and tactical milestones. You will work with engineering teams to develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate ongoing progress.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 5 years experience in HW Program Management or Engineering Management work - managing cross-functional teams on HW/SW integration in the development phase
- BS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience
- Proficient in tools required to manage complex projects (i.e. JIRA, Gantt charts)
- Prior experience working with contract manufacturers (CMs)
- Self-motivated and proactive problem-solver
- An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience.
Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Directly managed 2 program development cycles for a System with HW and SW integration involved
- Experience in the automotive industry and camera development
- MS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Strong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Define tasks, resources, and timelines in collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure successful program delivery that meets the company’s milestones
- Develop a program roadmap to effectively communicate deliverables to the stakeholders, and hold them accountable
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks in the program schedule
- Set agenda for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks and minimize risks
- Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
- Work with engineers and finance teams to define and track resource requirements, including headcount and budget
- Support key decisions, working cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and strategy to reach the right conclusions
For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex