Technical Program Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with the customer (OEM) and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to ensure program viability and alignment with company capabilities.
• Lead and manage full-lifecycle EV powertrain programs across multiple products and geographies
• Align functional roadmaps across Design, Simulation, Testing, Quality, Sourcing, and Manufacturing
• Interface with OEM customers for requirement alignment, project status updates, and change management
• Establish and manage program governance through structured reviews, milestone tracking, and risk management
• Champion the integration of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, DVP&R, and ISO 26262 (if applicable) across programs
• Drive continuous communication and transparency across internal and external stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate technical, commercial, and operational risks
• Coordinate prototype builds, test cycles, and industrialization activities
• Mentor junior project engineers and contribute to program management best practices
• Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and sales, to ensure seamless program execution.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and resolve conflicts to keep the program on track.
• Foster collaboration between departments to meet technical, cost, and timing requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison between the Tier 1 supplier and the OEM customer, ensuring clear communication and alignment on expectations.
• Manage customer requirements, including specifications, design changes, and delivery schedules, while negotiating scope adjustments as needed.
• Present program status updates, milestones, and issue resolutions to the customer during regular reviews.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks (technical, financial, logistical) throughout the lifecycle.
• Resolve issues related to design, production, or supply chain disruptions in a timely manner to prevent delays to SOP.
• Escalate critical issues to senior leadership with recommended solutions when necessary.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum of 5-7 years of program or project management experience in the automotive industry OEM or Tier-1
• Proven track record of managing programs from concept to SOP for an OEM customer.
• Deep understanding of EV Powertrain components (motors, inverters, transmissions, control systems)
• Strong program management skills with expertise in Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid frameworks
• Hands-on experience with project tracking tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet)
• Technical proficiency to engage in design and validation discussions at system and subsystem levels
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive reporting skills
• Familiarity with IATF 16949, ASPICE, and ISO 26262 standards
• Prior experience with international OEM or Tier-1 programs preferred