Technical Project Manager for embedded Software development at P3 USA Detroit, MI

Dan Cummins Ford Lincoln; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days PTO

10 paid company holidays

Healthcare

Life insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) matching

Travel opportunities

Job summary

P3 USA in Detroit, MI is seeking a Technical Project Manager for embedded software to lead automotive development programs. You will own scope and timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive delivery across the project lifecycle.

The role requires 3–8 years of embedded software PM experience, strong communication, and familiarity with ASPICE/ISO 26262. A hands-on, proactive leader with an agile mindset will thrive in this fast‑growing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-8 years of experience in technical project management within embedded software development in the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, software architecture, and development processes.
• Familiarity with automotive standards (e.g., ASPICE, ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).

Responsibilities

• Own scope and timeline, manage and coordinate embedded software development projects throughout the lifecycle.
• Define technical project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with customer requirements.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including software engineers, hardware engineers, and QA specialists.
• Facilitate effective collaboration and knowledge exchange with cross-functional teams to align technical, business, and quality objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary technical contact between internal development teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Drive project planning, monitor project progress, manage backlog prioritization, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and industry norms.
• Track KPIs and project status to ensure transparency and timely delivery.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders and management.
• Ensure adherence to agile or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and tools for embedded software projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/EE/related field

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Technical Project Manager for embedded Software development job at P3 USA. Detroit, MI.

The unique aspect of our business is the mindset of our employees: curious, adventurous, and innovative. P3 consultants take on early responsibilities with clients in management consulting, diverse technology topics, and scalable IT solutions.

Make a project your project. Openness for new, innovative, and unconventional approaches; short decision paths; respectful cooperation; and fruitful synergies make us a diverse, unbeatable team and successful company - worldwide.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You will take ownership of demanding assignments in software developmentprojects within the automotive industry . Your responsibilities will span diverse areas, with the specific tasks depending on client needs and your individual strengths. They will include some of the following but not all within the same project:

• You own scope and timeline,anage and coordinate embedded software development projects throughout the lifecycle.
• Define technical project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with customer requirements.
• Coordinate multidisciplinaryteams including software engineers, hardware engineers, and QA specialists.
• Facilitate effective collaboration and knowldge exchange withcross-functional teams to align technical, business, and quality objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary technical contactbetween internal development teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Drive project planning, monitor project progress, manage backlog prioritization,identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and industry norms.
• Track KPIs and project status to ensure transparency and timely delivery.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders and management.
• Ensure adherence to agile or hybrid project management methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and tools for embedded software projects.

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in technical project management within embedded software development (3-8 years) in the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, software architecture, and development processes.
• Experience in product design.
• Familiarity with automotive standards (e.g., ASPICE, ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills with a hands-on approach.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
• Strong communication skills in English; German is an advantage.
• PMP, IPMA, or Agile certification is desirable.
• Self-motivated and driven with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with powerful presentation skills.
• You are detail oriented, structured and have common sense.
• You can work on your own with minimal guidance, while putting your team's interests before your own.
• You think 'out of the box' to create solutions when none exist.
• With an agile mindset you are not afraid of diving into uncharted waters.
• Strong conflict resolution skills help you manage, mitigate, and resolve conflicts.
• Your English skills are solid, German and/or Spanish is a plus.
• You are comfortable with extensive travel (up to 100% of your working time), typically Monday through Friday, depending on client and project needs.)
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.

GOOD TO KNOW

• We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential.
• You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• We offer mentorship and onboarding programs and a flat hierarchy.
• You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.
• We offer national and international travel opportunities.
• You have career opportunities in a fast-growing company and work in small, efficient project teams.