Senior Engineering Program Leader

Flash Technology, LLC; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

SPX Technologies, a global HVAC, detection and measurement innovator, is seeking a Program Manager to lead engineering programs, manage schedules, resources, and funding to deliver Stage-Gate milestones aligned with product strategy, safety, performance, and cost.

You will lead cross-functional teams, establish objectives, monitor risks, and maintain accountability from concept through rollout, ensuring on-time, on-budget execution in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years in a technical role.
• Five or more years of program/project and people management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to develop detailed schedules and tracking mechanisms.
• Knowledge of Stage-Gate or product development processes.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Execution
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, performance standards, and comprehensive program schedules within the boundaries of company policies and project specifications.
• Define program Stage-Gate deliverables, funding requirements, and resource loading.
• Develop and maintain detailed program timelines using appropriate project scheduling and tracking tools.
• Manage execution against established program schedules by leading Program Teams and facilitating communication and interaction among cross-functional representatives.
• Track programs against schedules, budgets, and Stage-Gate deliverables to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with established requirements.
• Develop and implement corrective measures for schedule deviations, unexpected conditions, and other issues affecting program execution.
• Ensure program activities support the introduction of products that meet or exceed company quality standards and established technical, safety, performance, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Program Risk, Reviews & Reporting
• Identify and manage program risks in partnership with the Program Team, including risk prioritization and development of mitigation plans.
• Facilitate program reviews and Stage-Gate reviews, including preparation of required documentation and refinement of supporting systems and processes.
• Monitor program progress and provide regular status updates to the Lead Program Manager and updates to executive leadership as needed.
• Identify, resolve, and document issues affecting cross-functional program execution.
• Develop graphs, tables, PivotTables, and other reports using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related business tools to communicate program status and performance.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Coordination
• Coordinate with customers through Marketing and Sales to provide appropriate program status information and obtain customer feedback.
• Understand and interpret product strategies to ensure program execution remains aligned with business and product objectives.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers at all levels of the organization through clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Maintain awareness of the technical and administrative aspects of all phases of project and program management.
• Technical & Operational Support
• Apply knowledge of mechanical engineering techniques, sheet-metal fabrication, and high-volume assembly processes in support of assigned programs.
• Maintain general knowledge of operations, including scheduling, procurement, manufacturing, product testing, marketing, and quality systems.
• Use technical knowledge and cross-functional input to support effective problem-solving and program decision-making.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required to support program and organizational objectives.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Project scheduling

Risk management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SPX Technologies, a global HVAC, detection and measurement innovator, is seeking a Program Manager to lead engineering programs, manage schedules, resources, and funding to deliver Stage-Gate milestones aligned with product strategy, safety, performance, and cost.

You will lead cross-functional teams, establish objectives, monitor risks, and maintain accountability from concept through rollout, ensuring on-time, on-budget execution in a fast-paced, industrial environment.