Program Manager

Hanon Systems; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanon Systems is seeking a Program Manager to lead global project teams for HVACs, Powertrain Cooling, and mechatronic actuator systems. You will drive scope, timing, cost, and profitability while managing risk and customer communications.

The role requires experience in program/project management and product development, with a BSME and ideally an MBA. You will mentor teams, conduct HPDS gate reviews, and act as the primary customer liaison across programs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in Program/Project Management.
• 5–7 years in Product Development in Electronics & Fluid Pressure; HVAC/Powertrain Cooling products.
• BSME Engineering preferred; MBA/MBusiness strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, risk and communication; lead customer requirements and SOWs.
• Ensure timing and profitability of programs; track status and updates.
• Mentor teams; lead HPDS gate reviews; serve as single point of contact for customers.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

BSME Engineering

Master of Business

Job description

Hanon Systems is looking for a Program Manager responsible for leading global project teams to meet or exceed program objectives and customer deliverables in relation to timing, quality, cost and profitability and manages project scope, risk, and communication. This position will lead Program Management activities for the product development of HVACs, Powertrain Cooling, and/or mechatronic actuator systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Project Scope Management – Lead development, management, and confirmation of customer requirements including Statement of Work and Design Change Requests. Communicate to customer through customer warning/impact letters when customer related decisions jeopardize Hanon ability to deliver to project objectives.
• Project Timing Management – Ensure project/customer timing is met. Communicate status to customer and internal team members.
• Program Cost Management – Ensure project meets financial commitments established during planning approval. Create profitability roadmaps to meet objectives.
• Program Risk Management – Establish Risk Mitigation Plans.
• Utilize financial tool (eFIN) in creating and updating financial status of each program (ATROS, IRR, EBITDA).
• Mentor and train team members in HPDS and enterproj and ensure compliance to the process.
• Lead HPDS gate reviews for both pre-reviews and executive gate reviews. Ensure tasks are complete and on time prior to review.
• Single point of contact to customer for Hanon Systems. Responsible for implementation and communication of action plans to meet customer cascaded objectives.
• Support pursuit activities when required.

Years of Experience

• 3 - 5 years of Program/Project Management experience.
• 5 - 7 years of product development in Electronics & Fluid Pressure; HVAC and/or Powertrain Cooling products and systems (experience preferred).
• Additional experience in manufacturing, quality or other functional areas

Degree Preferred

• BSME Engineering Preferred, Master of Business (Strongly desired)

Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead global, cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.