Technical Program Manager – Mechanical Engineering

HTC Global Services; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HTC Global Services seeks a motivated Technical Program Manager or Project Engineer to drive hardware development in automotive seating and interior systems. The role coordinates cross‑functional engineering activities from concept through SOP, with a hybrid work arrangement four days in the office.

You will manage design reviews, risk, budgets, and schedules across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams, ensuring timely launches and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in technical program management, project engineering, or a similar role.
• Solid understanding of the product development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies used in automotive interiors or seating.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across teams and timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience or knowledge of program management and project management principles.
• Background in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Drive complex engineering challenges to resolution, ensuring programs remain on track for Start of Production (SOP) and beyond.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, finance, and strategy teams to define requirements, scope work, identify risks, estimate budgets, and communicate program status.
• Support the full engineering product development lifecycle, including concept development, design, validation, integration, and industrialization.
• Identify issues during design reviews, virtual builds, and physical build events, and coordinate corrective actions to protect program schedules and product quality.
• Track program deliverables, identify system compatibility concerns, and recognize opportunities for integration and improved collaboration.
• Coordinate with supply chain teams and suppliers to support timely parts availability and build events.
• Prepare and facilitate meetings that support decision‑making, resolve bottlenecks, and mitigate program risks.
• Communicate risks and issues early and ensure mitigation plans are actively implemented.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and team execution.

Skills

Program management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Mechanical engineering background

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field

Master's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Technical Program Manager or Project Engineer to support the development of advanced automotive seating and interior systems. This role involves coordinating cross‑functional engineering activities and driving hardware development programs from concept and design through validation, integration, and production launch.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with four days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive complex engineering challenges to resolution, ensuring programs remain on track for Start of Production (SOP) and beyond.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, finance, and strategy teams to define requirements, scope work, identify risks, estimate budgets, and communicate program status.
• Support the full engineering product development lifecycle, including concept development, design, validation, integration, and industrialization.
• Identify issues during design reviews, virtual builds, and physical build events, and coordinate corrective actions to protect program schedules and product quality.
• Track program deliverables, identify system compatibility concerns, and recognize opportunities for integration and improved collaboration.
• Coordinate with supply chain teams and suppliers to support timely parts availability and build events.
• Prepare and facilitate meetings that support decision‑making, resolve bottlenecks, and mitigate program risks.
• Communicate risks and issues early and ensure mitigation plans are actively implemented.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and team execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in technical program management, project engineering, or a similar role supporting hardware development. Candidates with relevant internship or co‑op experience are encouraged to apply.
• Solid understanding of the product development lifecycle, including design, development, validation, integration, and launch.
• Familiarity with materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies used in automotive interiors or seating.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities across teams and timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience or knowledge of program management and project management principles.
• Background in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive seating, vehicle interiors, or electric vehicle (EV) systems.
• Familiarity with AIAG Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Experience with performance testing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or similar project management and collaboration tools.
• Experience working in a cross‑functional, matrixed environment.
• Systems‑oriented thinking, technical curiosity, and a commitment to execution and continuous improvement.
• Interest in automotive innovation and delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused products.

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, as applicable.
• Preferred: Master's degree.

What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future

HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high‑performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long‑term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include

• Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Group Life and Disability insurance
• Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• a variety of other perks

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.