Program Manager

Danfoss GmbH; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss Power Solutions Segment in Pune, India is seeking a Program Manager to lead cross‑functional, globally distributed teams through new product development, localization, manufacturing footprint changes, and cost reduction programs. You will ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high quality across stages of the product development lifecycle.

The role requires 8–10 years of relevant experience in hydraulics or related engineering industries, with strong Microsoft Office and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8–10 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 6 years in product development, program management, or project leadership.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and managing product development programs across multiple stakeholders and locations.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, new product development processes, project planning, budgeting, risk management, and project execution methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Project, with strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own program execution from concept through launch while ensuring alignment across global stakeholders and functional teams.
• Lead low to medium complexity programs including new product development, localization, manufacturing footprint, and cost reduction initiatives.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication & presentation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Production Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Project Management

Work Location Type: On-site

Program Manager

Req ID: 51317 Job Location: Pune, IN Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: Project Management Work Location Type: On-site Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

As a Program Manager within Danfoss Power Solutions' Hydrostatics Division, you'll play a critical role in bringing new products and business initiatives to life. You'll lead cross‑functional, globally distributed teams to successfully execute new product development, localization, manufacturing footprint, and cost reduction programs that support strategic business objectives. This role sits at the center of engineering, operations, finance, and business leadership, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You'll help translate business strategy into execution by guiding integrated product teams through the product development lifecycle while balancing customer expectations, financial performance, and technical requirements. Your ability to manage stakeholders, influence teams, and drive disciplined program execution will directly contribute to product launches, business growth, and continuous improvement across the Hydrostatics portfolio.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Program Manager, you'll own program execution from concept through launch while ensuring alignment across global stakeholders and functional teams.

• Lead low to medium complexity programs, including new product development, localization, manufacturing footprint, and cost reduction initiatives, with full accountability for scope, schedule, cost, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, budgets, resource requirements, risk registers, and execution strategies to achieve program objectives and business outcomes.
• Drive effective collaboration across global cross-functional teams, ensuring clear communication, stakeholder alignment, and timely resolution of project risks and issues.
• Monitor project financial performance and lifecycle costs, including development, product, and capital investments, while supporting strong business case execution.
• Ensure compliance with Danfoss product development processes, stage‑gate requirements, and governance standards through regular reporting and performance reviews.

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8-10 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 6 years in product development, program management, or project leadership within hydraulics, industrial products, or a related engineering industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing product development programs across multiple stakeholders and locations.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, new product development processes, project planning, budgeting, risk management, and project execution methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Project, combined with strong communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

PMP® or CAPM® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is highly desirable. Experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO), leading globally distributed teams, and managing complex product development projects will be an advantage. Knowledge of hydraulic products, manufacturing processes, cost‑down methodologies, and value engineering initiatives would strengthen your profile.

What You'll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long‑term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.