Technical Program Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in the development and launch of complex electric motors and related products. This individual contributor role requires a high-energy professional who is both a broad thinker and skilled executor, capable of managing multiple programs simultaneously, driving alignment across departments, and ensuring successful product delivery to market.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership
  • Lead end-to-end execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from concept through launch.
  • Re-engage at product End of Life to lead that transition.
  • Execute the Infinitum LifeCycle (ILC) process, including detailed program plans, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver new products on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Project Execution
  • Establish project baselines (cost, scope, schedule) in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Commercial, etc.).
  • Identify and resolve issues that may impact program success.
  • Hold all team members, including executive staff, accountable for deliverables and decisions.
  • Ensure any deviation from the ILC process (e.g., incomplete deliverables) has a documented waiver.
  • Drive continuous improvement in program execution and product development processes.
  • Run a weekly Project Team meeting to keep team members informed, aligned, and on track.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Serve as the central point of contact for program status, risks, and decisions.
  • Provide regular updates and reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across all involved teams.
• Process & Governance
  • Apply best practices in program management and product lifecycle management.
  • Support the development and refinement of NPI processes and tools.
  • Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations as applicable.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, product development, or related roles.
• Proven experience managing electro-mechanical product development programs.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
• Expertise in product lifecycle processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., telecom equipment, utilities, automotive, aerospace).
• Familiarity with ERP, MRP, PLM, and similar business systems (NetSuite, Arena, Plex).
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Strong analytical thinking capabilities.

Location: Austin, TX
Reports To: VP, Technical Program Management