Technical Program Manager, Hardware Development

Technical Program Manager - Hardware Development Overview of the RoleOur client, a leader in advanced mobility and autonomous technology, is seeking a Technical Program Manager to support next-generation hardware development programs. This role will oversee the full product development lifecycle, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional stakeholders to bring complex hardware systems from concept through validation and into production. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing hardware development programs, coordinating engineering builds, working with contract manufacturers, and driving execution across hardware, software, firmware, systems, and operations teams.Duration: 6-month contractHours: 40 hours per weekLocation: Foster City, CASchedule: Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite per weekRequired Qualifications6+ years of Technical Program Management or Engineering Program Management experienceProven experience managing hardware development programs from concept through EVT, DVT, PVT, and production rampBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experienceExperience working closely with contract manufacturers throughout development and production phasesStrong understanding of hardware product development processes and manufacturing operationsExperience partnering with cross-functional teams across hardware, software, firmware, systems engineering, procurement, and operationsStrong project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication skillsProficiency with Jira, project schedules, Gantt charts, and program management toolsAbility to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments and effectively manage competing prioritiesPreferred QualificationsAutomotive, autonomous vehicle, robotics, or consumer electronics experienceExperience managing integrated hardware and software development programsExposure to functional safety processes and requirementsMaster's degree in Engineering or a related technical disciplineExperience supporting mass production and post-production sustaining activitiesKey ResponsibilitiesOwn end-to-end program management of hardware development initiatives from concept, architecture, and design through production rampBuild and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and product roadmapsCoordinate activities across hardware, software, firmware, systems, procurement, manufacturing, and vehicle development teamsPartner with contract manufacturers to plan prototype, engineering, and validation buildsDrive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) feedback into development processesIdentify program risks early and drive mitigation plans to resolutionFacilitate cross-functional meetings, establish clear decision points, and remove execution roadblocksCreate and deliver program status updates, risk assessments, and executive-level reportingTrack dependencies, align priorities, and ensure stakeholders remain informed throughout the development lifecycleSupport strategic and operational decision-making across engineering, finance, and business teamsIn this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.Benefits  Email Your Resume In Word ToDonna.Ruch@jobalert.creativecircle.comLooking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply.Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : DR8-1994392L364 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.Donna Ruch - Senior Recruiter, National DeliveryFor Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. 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