Program Manager

Delta-Q Technologies; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Vancouver is searching for a Program Manager to oversee the development, launch, and lifecycle management of power conversion products. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in program management and complex product development in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include leading engineering teams, managing project plans, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Hybrid work

Annual incentive program

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance program

In-house gym

Free employee parking

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary product development programs.
• Proven track record of delivering complex programs on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of electronics, electromechanical systems, and software development lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end program execution for assigned initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across teams for product launches.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans with cost estimates and schedules.
• Monitor and report on program performance, ensuring transparency and improvement.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering

Tools

NPD processes

Quality processes (APQP, FMEA, PPAP)

Job description

About Delta-Q Technologies

Delta-Q Technologies (www.delta-q.com) develops and supplies battery chargers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electric vehicles and industrial equipment. Delta-Q’s unique blend of engineering capability in high-efficiency power electronics and embedded software design delivers innovative battery charging solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. With over 5 million vehicles and industrial machines already using its products, Delta-Q’s innovation is enabling the widespread adoption of environmentally friendly electric drive systems. Delta-Q was founded in 1999 and is a privately held company located in Vancouver, Canada.

What We Value:

Perseverance: We face challenges head-on, stay committed and finish what we start.

Innovation: We continually challenge the status quo, generate new ideas, and apply smarter solutions.

Collaboration: We work together, actively listen, speak openly, and support each other across teams.

Driving Results: We set clear goals, take ownership, and deliver with urgency.

We’re passionate about creating a sustainable business and contributing to a greener future for the world. We have a Vision to "Charge The Future" and we mean it. At the end of the day, it’s what keeps us going.

About ZAPI GROUP

Delta-Q is part of the ZAPI GROUP of companies (www.zapigroup.com), a global leader in motion control, battery charging, and autonomous navigation software for electric and hybrid drive systems. As a full-solution supplier, the ZAPI GROUP can support every component OEMs need to design effective electric vehicles that meet cost goals and comply with tightening environmental standards.

Position Summary

The Program Manager plays a pivotal role in driving the successful development, launch, and lifecycle management of power conversion products. This position will benefit a proactive thinker with deep technical expertise, program management capabilities, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, decision-driven environment.

You will be accountable for guiding multi-disciplinary engineering teams from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer requirements, and Delta-Q’s high standards for quality and performance.

Specific Duties

• Lead end-to-end program execution for assigned initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and effective execution.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, product management, operations, quality, supply chain, and go-to-market teams to ensure seamless product launches and customer acceptance.
• Offer leadership to multi-disciplinary engineering teams (firmware, software, electrical, mechanical, validation), fostering accountability and technical excellence.
• Own program governance, including milestone approvals, change management, and stakeholder communication through the Program Review Board.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including cost estimates, schedules, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Product Management to optimize trade-offs between features, cost, and schedule, ensuring product-market fit and manufacturability.
• Facilitate collaborative decision-making, leveraging structured problem-solving tools and processes to overcome technical and operational challenges.
• Monitor and report on program performance, ensuring transparency, proactive issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to organizational excellence by continuously improving NPD processes, tools, and policies.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Extensive experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary product development programs for hardware-based products.
• Proven track record of delivering complex programs on time and within budget in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of electronics, electromechanical systems, and software development lifecycles.
• Deep familiarity with AIAG quality processes (APQP, FMEA, PPAP) and their application in product development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, drive cross-functional collaboration, and navigate ambiguity.
• Exceptional problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, with a bias for action and continuous improvement.
• Experience working closely with sales, marketing, operations and supply chain to ensure production readiness and material availability.
• Experience working closely with contract manufacturers.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage at all levels of the organization.
• Consistently exhibit and model company values (Collaboration, Perseverance, Innovation, Driving Results).

Base Salary: $125,000 - $141,000 per year plus bonus.

The compensation offered will be determined by experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills.

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid work
• Annual incentive (bonus) program
• 2% GRSP employer matching with Industrial Alliance (iA)
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits with Sunlife Financial
• Paid time off including vacation plus 8 days of personal time per year
• $300 annual Health Spending Account
• Employee & Family Assistance programming with Inkblot Therapy/GreenShield
• In-house gym and showers
• Free employee parking
• EV charging stations
• Dog-friendly office