Technical Project Manager

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Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in the automotive industry with a focus on domain controllers, infotainment systems, and display system development.

At least 5 - 6 years proven experience in project management, including overseeing entire product lifecycles, risk management, and project planning.

Requires supervisory and leading team members experience

Education:

Degree in Engineering Bachelor in Tech/ Master in Tech, Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, computer science or related fields.

Company Overview:

Desay SV Automotive is a global leader in developing intelligent solutions for automotive electronics. With cutting-edge products in the areas of domain controllers, infotainment, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), Desay SV is committed to driving innovation and excellence in the automotive industry. As part of its global expansion, the company has a strong presence in key markets including Southeast Asia, China, and Europe, offering solutions tailored to both passenger and commercial vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Project Management:

Lead the development of domain controllers, infotainment systems, and instrument clusters for Indian and global customers in both passenger and commercial segments.

Manage all project phases from acquisition and planning to series implementation, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.

Strong experience in cluster/ IVI/ Infotainment/ Climate control

Customer Interface:

Act as the primary technical interface for customers, handling technical agreements, project execution, and product support.

Coordinate technical discussions and ensure that customer expectations are consistently met.

Team Management:

Lead, mentor, and empower a multidisciplinary team to meet project goals.

Facilitate collaboration and generate new business opportunities across India and other international markets.

Project Management:

Oversee the complete management of display systems, including software, hardware, and mechanical aspects, from sales evaluation to series production.

Ensure the timely release of technically mature products following material lifecycle processes.

Technical Maturity & Development Coordination:

Plan, coordinate, and monitor the technical maturity of products, working closely with development departments.

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Serve as the interface between product development and production to ensure seamless industrialization.

Progress and Issue Resolution:

Control and monitor project progress, ensuring traceability of customer requirements through specialist disciplines and testing areas.

Address and resolve change requests, risk management, and issue escalation, impacting project timing, budget, and quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution, from hardware deployment to software development and production integration.

Organize and moderate meetings, workshops, and subject-specific discussions to align teams and stakeholders.

Change Management and Status Reporting:

Manage change requests, risk assessments, and ensure project updates are communicated clearly to executive management through reports and meetings.

Track and report project statuses through regular briefings and electronic reports.

Project Lifecycle Management:

Lead the entire project lifecycle, ensuring that objectives related to stakeholder expectations, budget, quality, and timelines are met.

Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, risk and resources of the work effort being managed.

Skills & Requirements

Technical Expertise:

Strong background in software and hardware development for automotive systems.

Familiarity with automotive standards like IATF16949, ASPICE, AUTOSAR, ISO 26262, and V-Model-based software development.

Leadership & Communication:

Excellent leadership skills with experience managing large, cross-functional teams.

Strong communication and negotiation skills, able to work with international clients and stakeholders.

Fluent in both verbal and written English; knowledge of other languages is an advantage.

Project Management Proficiency:

Proficient in project management tools like MS Project, Jira, PTC Integrity, and Smartsheet.

PMP certification is preferred.

Capable of handling multiple concurrent projects and effectively managing escalations.

Analytical & Problem Solving:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of navigating complex technical and organizational challenges.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in critical project matters.

Additional Skills:

Experience in key performance indicators (KPIs) tracking, operations, and change management.

Proficiency in MS Office and understanding of time tracking, workflow management tools (e.g., Slack, IM, Email).

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Travel Requirements:

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Personal Attributes

Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain strong relationships within the organization and with external stakeholders.

Technology Awareness: Stay updated on the latest trends in automotive technology and relevant innovations.

Proactive & Strategic: Demonstrate initiative, customer orientation, and a strategic mindset with keen observation skills.

Results-Oriented: Focused on achieving results and meeting project goals within specified timelines.Role & responsibilities