pivotalsys
Senior Engineering Program Manager
Fremont, California · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
Product ManagementProject ManagementAgileJiraSupply ChainMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptability
About the role
- Job Title: Senior Engineering Program Manager About Pivotal Systems: Pivotal Systems is a leading provider of innovative semiconductor process control solutions.
- This role demands a hands-on leader who excels in execution, thrives in fast-paced environments, and adapts seamless to small, agile teams.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external clients, providing regular updates on project status, timelines, and budgetary considerations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical projects related to best-in-class gas flow monitoring and control technology platforms, ensuring alignment with company objectives and client requirements.
- Take a proactive, hands-on role in product development activities, including prototyping, testing, design validation, and refinement of hardware and/or software components to ensure manufacturability, scalability, and high performance.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams-including design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality assurance-to define project scope, technical requirements, and deliverables, while adapting to the dynamics of a small team environment.
- Own the seamless transition of projects from development to manufacturing, including robust documentation, production readiness, and scale-up, with a relentless focus on getting things done efficiently.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets
- and proactively manage risks and issues.
- Lead and participate in design reviews, DFMEAs, validation testing, and production readiness reviews.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in product design, development workflows, and high volume manufacturing processes.
- Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned, and drive the implementation of best practices across teams.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets; monitor progress against milestones; and proactively manage risks and issues.
Requirements
- Proven track record of successfully managing technical projects in a fast-paced environment, preferably within the global semiconductor industry.
- knowledge of software programming and electrical principles highly desirable.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, juggle multiple projects in a small-team setting where adaptability and a "get things done" mindset are essential.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Trello) and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
- Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including design, analysis, and manufacturing processes
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
- advanced degree (e.g., MS, PhD) preferred, must understand Mechanical Engineering concepts.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.
Skills
- Pivotal Systems is a leading provider of innovative semiconductor process control solutions.
Company info
- We are seeking for a highly skilled Engineering Program Manager with a strong me chatronics background in to lead and oversee our technical projects in flow control product development.
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