Engineering Program Specialist IV

Insight Global; Redmond; On-site; AUD 129,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global seeks an Engineering Program Specialist to support NPI hardware and software development. You will manage build matrices, validate part numbers with PLM, and prioritize requests across teams.

You will drive allocation, inventory control, budgeting, and PO reconciliation, coordinating with TPM/OPM and Legal to ensure on-time deliveries and compliance. The role requires effective communication with senior management and a drive for process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an engineering program management or related role in high-tech hardware/software development.
• Experience working with engineering teams on allocation, distribution and inventory management.
• Proficient in creating and managing complex spreadsheets, accounting tools, POs and invoice tracking.
• Experience with Agile, Teamcenter or equivalent PLM systems.
• Extensive experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) hardware development with CM/JDM engagement.
• Proficient in device allocation, inventory control and understanding build configurations to meet diverse customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Support NPI engineering builds by assisting in the build matrix and validating part numbers with PLM.
• Manage demand, prioritize requests and facilitate allocation with TPM.
• Ensure shipments and resolve logistic issues with JDM; collaborate with Trade Ops and Legal for country restrictions.
• Drive and oversee distribution activities and communicate with senior management under pressure.
• Partner with the Dogfooding team to reflect latest device versions across locations.
• Handle budget-related tasks including PO initiation, tracking, and invoice reconciliation with TPM/OPM and Business Ops; support PO mapping per project.
• Lead process improvements for engineering, TPM, OPM, Cost Engineer, and PLM teams.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile experience

Tools

Teamcenter

PO tracking tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

• Support NPI engineering builds by assisting in the build matrix, collaborating with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to validate part numbers for all configurations, managing demand, and prioritizing requests.
• Work closely with TPM to facilitate allocation requests, including quantity scrubbing, and maintain effective communication with all requesters.
• Ensure precise shipments and resolve logistic issues with Joint-Development Manufacturer (JDM), overcoming barriers for deliveries to unsupported countries through collaboration with Trade Operations and Legal.
• Drive and oversee distribution activities, adeptly communicate with senior management, and thrive under pressure.
• Partner closely with the Dogfooding team to ensure the library inventory across all locations reflects the latest device versions.
• Manage budget-related tasks, including initiating purchase requisitions, tracking status, and reconciling purchase order invoices in coordination with TPM/OPM and Business Operations. Support PCE for PO map out per project.
• Spearhead process improvements for engineering, TPM, OPM, Cost Engineer, PLM team.

Skills and Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an Engineering Program Specialist, Project Manager, Program Manager, or relevant role in high-tech hardware and/or software development.
• Demonstrated experience working with engineering teams on allocation, distribution, and inventory management.
• Proficient in creating and managing complex spreadsheets, accounting tools, POs, and invoice tracking.
• Experiences with Agile, Teamcenter, or equivalent PLM systems.
• Extensive experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) hardware development, encompassing engagement with Contract Manufacturers (CM) or Joint-Development Manufacturer (JDM)
• Proficiency in device allocation, inventory control, and understanding build configurations to meet diverse customer needs.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].