Our client, a leader in innovative automotive and robotics technology, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Technical Program Manager to join their dynamic team. As a Technical Program Manager, you will be an integral part of the Body & Closures department, supporting cross-functional teams in delivering complex hardware projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and a passion for technological advancement, which will align successfully within the organization.
Job Title: Technical Program Manager - Body & Closures
Location: Foster City, CA
Pay Range: $80-$88/hour + Benefits
What's the Job?
- Build, maintain, and communicate detailed project schedules for mechanisms, sealing, and structural integration.
- Act as a programmatic interface with external suppliers; track hardware build plans and coordinate part deliveries.
- Maintain bug/issue trackers (e.g., Jira), follow up on RCA progress, and facilitate meetings to drive hardware issues to closure.
- Facilitate communication between mechanical engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and validation teams; track BOM maturity.
- Conduct packaging investigations or manage clash analysis utilizing tools such as CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks.
What's Needed?
- 2–4 years of experience in project management, TPM, manufacturing, or mechanical engineering.
- Exposure to physical product development lifecycles (Design, Sourcing, Validation, Build) — ideally in automotive, robotics, aerospace, or consumer electronics.
- Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple workstreams.
- Proficiency with tools like Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or MS Project.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous technology and robotics projects.
- Collaborate with innovative teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Gain valuable experience in hardware development and cross-functional project management.
- Be part of a company committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in a role that fosters professional growth and development.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
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