08 - Lead Engineer, Program/Project Mgmt

Celestica Gbs Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee exciting tech projects. The candidate will manage project development, implementation, and evaluation, leading cross-functional teams to meet objectives and manage complex designs. A minimum of 5 years' experience in project management is required, along with relevant qualifications in engineering.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Mental health and wellness resources

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in program or project management.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is essential.
• Certification in PMI-PMP or equivalent is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects of medium complexity and lead cross-functional teams.
• Present project status to business leaders and customers.
• Manage risks and issues, ensuring program objectives are met.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Problem resolution

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

This job is as a Lead Engineer in Project Management. You might like this job because you'll oversee exciting tech projects, lead diverse teams, and enhance your skills in engineering while shaping innovative solutions in Malaysia’s vibrant tech scene.

General Overview

Summary

The Lead Engineer, Program/Project Management is accountable for planning and directing design engineers and other technical engineers working on specific projects. They manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. They are responsible for managing large projects with complex scope, multiple streams of work and inter-dependencies.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage two or more projects of medium complexity (technology, organizationally). Lead cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetings
• Present and communicate status to the business leaders and customers. Reviews and interprets customer documentation.
• Implement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommends process improvements
• Plan the overall program and monitor the progress. Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resources.
• Daily program management throughout the program life
• Drive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products & service offerings, Customer Specific Needs)
• Define the program governance (controls)
• Manage the program’s budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, cost/labour & expense
• Manage risks and issues, taking corrective measurements
• Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies. Manage and utilize resources across projects
• Align the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome” with the aid of the business change manager
• Manage the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation document

In-depth Knowledge Required

• The ICT(Information and Communication Technology) systems product design, including manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Business knowledge in manufacturing PCBs, mechanicals, and thermal components (e.g., fans, heatsinks) and PSU.
• Product pricing, contracts, and negotiations. ○ Business case and risk management.
• Software-Related Expertise:
• Software feasibility studies and requirement acquisition.
• Software development schedules and release planning.
• Software scope management and quality assurance processes.
• Firmware development/testing for computing, networking, and telecom products (e.g., BIOS/BMC/SES/BSP/Linux).
• Familiar with project management software tools (eg. JIRA/Confluence/JAMA).
• Program Governance and End-to-End Lifecycle Management:
• Comprehensive understanding of EVT, DVT, PPVT, PVT phases.
• Governance across hardware and software lifecycles.
• Critical path analysis and dependency management

Soft Skills Required

• Strong negotiation and problem resolution skills.
• Proficiency in database management, MS Office Suite, and MS Project.
• Leadership and team motivation within tight deadlines.
• Expertise in risk management and POR (schedule, budget, cost) management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage global teams and work in multicultural environments.
• Certification in PMI-PMP/PMI-ACP/PMI-PBA/SCRUM Master Certification or equivalent is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in ambiguous environment
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is essential

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in program or project management in hardware (HW) and software (SW) domains

Typical Education

A university degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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