Project Lead – Automotive Connected Vehicle Systems (Mountain View, CA)

Technica Engineering GmbH; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Technica Engineering Inc. in the US is seeking a Project Lead to join our automotive team in Mountain View. You will manage BMW and other device OEM projects, coordinating cross-domain efforts across Digital Key, Infotainment, Connectivity, and Entertainment.

Lead a small test-engineer team, interface with customers and partners, and drive delivery with clear communication, planning, and risk management. This is a permanent direct-hire position with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in project-based, test, validation, or systems roles.
• Prior experience coordinating or leading engineers or small technical teams.
• Strong communication skills and a structured, ownership-driven mindset.
• Technical background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Existing working permission for US, California.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate automotive projects for BMW and select device OEM / technology partners.
• Manage multiple parallel projects with varying scope and timelines.
• Lead and manage a small team of test engineers, including task planning, prioritization, and day‑to‑day guidance.
• Act as a key interface to customers, internal teams, and external partners.
• Manage ambiguity across evolving requirements, technical constraints, and customer expectations.
• Plan, assign, and track tasks across projects and team members.
• Support HIL and automotive test bench setup, operation, and maintenance.
• Identify risks, gaps, and open topics and proactively drive them to resolution.
• Ensure clear communication, documentation, and alignment across stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Structured mindset

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HIL systems

Job description

Are you interested in the latest technologies, exciting projects, and a great team that warmly welcomes you in its midst? Perfect. Then come join us!

• You are applying for a position at Technica Engineering Inc in USA.
• Technica Engineering Inc. is part of the Technica Group with currently around 1000 employees worldwide.

About Technica Engineering

Technica Engineering Inc. is a multinational company helping automotive manufacturers and suppliers design, test, and validate connected, intelligent, and safe vehicles.

We combine the agility of a startup with the stability of a company that has been growing steadily since 2008. Our teams work at the forefront of in-vehicle networking, connectivity, and security, shaping technologies such as Digital Key, infotainment, and advanced automotive electronics.

We are currently offering a position as

Project Lead – Automotive Connected Vehicle Systems

in Mountain View, CA on a permanent employment

About the Role

We’re hiring a Project Lead to join our automotive team in Mountain View. This role focuses on projects with one primary vehicle OEM (BMW), along with multiple smaller projects involving device OEMs and technology partners.

You’ll own and coordinate complex automotive projects across domains such as Digital Key, Infotainment, Connectivity, and Entertainment, while leading a small team of test engineers and working closely with customers, partners, and internal teams.

This role is well suited for someone with solid automotive experience who enjoys responsibility, customer interaction, and operating in environments that require managing ambiguity.

What You’ll Do with the team

• Lead and coordinate automotive projects for BMW and select device OEM / technology partners
• Manage multiple parallel projects with varying scope and timelines
• Lead and manage a small team of test engineers, including task planning, prioritization, and day‑to‑day guidance
• Act as a key interface to customers, internal teams, and external partners
• Manage ambiguity across evolving requirements, technical constraints, and customer expectations
• Plan, assign, and track tasks across projects and team members
• Support HIL and automotive test bench setup, operation, and maintenance
• Identify risks, gaps, and open topics and proactively drive them to resolution
• Ensure clear communication, documentation, and alignment across stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in the automotive industry
• Experience in project-based, test, validation, or systems roles
• Prior experience coordinating or leading engineers or small technical teams
• Strong communication skills and a structured, ownership-driven mindset
• Technical background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Existing working permission for US, California

Nice to Have

• Experience working with BMW or BMW-affiliated projects
• Familiarity with BMW flashing processes or validation workflows
• Hands‑on experience with HIL systems or automotive test benches
• Background in connected vehicle, infotainment, or digital key domains

What We Offer you

• Full-time, direct-hire position with permanent employment in our US based company Technica Engineering Inc.
• Competitive base salary: $155,000 – $185,000, depending on experience
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedule
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Relocation assistance available, if applicable

Your job at Technica is permanent, and you will make a big impact in the future. Someone with experience from your team will personally and individually accompany you as your coach/mentor from the start. Our internal Technica trainings will prepare you for project deployment and your personal development. The Technica family stands for open and friendly interaction, flat hierarchies, flexible working, employee- and family-friendly working hours, numerous events, delicious coffee, and more.

Our offer will make your heart beat faster

• Exciting, modern technology use cases in the automotive sector (Digital Vehicle Access).
• A motivated expert team with many years of experience.
• High degree of design freedom in enablement: You actively define standards, artifacts, and processes.
• Direct collaboration with customers, partners, and engineering - short distances, high impact.

• You will work with leading technology pioneers and learn from them - we will build your IP know-how and train you to become the next subject matter expert.
• Exceptional work-life balance:
  • Flextime model - whether you're an early bird or a night owl, you can flexibly organize your workday.
• Flexible vacation planning - because you know best when you need a break.
• Home office or office - work where you feel most comfortable, with us up to 50% home office is possible.
• We are multicultural and live an extraordinary DIVERSITY with many nationalities and cultures - fully integrated in everyday work*.
• Customized coaching program for the first months - because your personal support is important to us, we already consider what you should learn before you start to integrate well into the Technica Academy program.
• Wide range of training opportunities through the in‑house training database and the Gamelearn online learning platform - so you can systematically further educate yourself with us.
• Possibility to take on internal roles (e.g., trade shows, recruiting, mentoring) - if you want to get involved beyond your team role.
• A company culture focused on research and development with a clear reinvestment mentality. A company made by engineers and led by engineers.

Our Talent Acquisition Team is looking forward to hearing from you and will gladly answer your questions.

*Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity. We ensure equal opportunities for all candidates throughout the application process and reject any form of discrimination or harassment.