Senior Technical Program Manager

About Us

The Technical Program Management (TPM) team drives the comprehensive delivery of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects by evaluating project intricacy, allocating resources, and ensuring engineering teams across different functions are aligned through regular checkpoints and collaboration with Operations. They oversee capital expenditure, guarantee milestone achievements, and navigate a fast-moving environment to provide efficient, timely solutions. TPMs are proactive collaborators who coordinate teams, make decisive choices, and support design-for-X (DF(X)) and cost-effective design endeavors to meet project objectives.

Role Overview

• Lead a global team of NPI project managers across various categories.
• Champion company-wide cost-reduction projects covering manufacturing, engineering, tooling, painting, and testing sectors.
• Serve as the main point of contact for key cost-saving initiatives at the enterprise level.
• Plan and allocate resources for worldwide manufacturing New Product Development (NPD) deliveries, ensuring TPM support for projects.
• Offer technical mentorship and guidance to the TPM team.
• Maintain a collaborative and proactive approach, exceeding expectations beyond strict role boundaries.

NPI Project Management Duties

• Manage a team of NPI project managers from the project's start through installation and first quarter of mass production.
• Supervise all major facets of NPI projects, including technical milestones, comprehensive project planning, CAPEX management, and design reviews focused on cost and DF(X).
• Evaluate project complexity to create resource plans with input and approval across engineering functions.
• Organize project checkpoints with stakeholder engagement to secure consensus at each phase.
• Ensure engineering teams deliver clear outputs in a timely manner, including coordination with design groups.
• Confirm integration of necessary protocols such as IQ/OQ/PQ, design for manufacturing, and mold flow analysis into project schedules.
• Coordinate regularly with Operations Management to align on expectations and project deliverables.
• Conduct periodic reviews summarizing progress and obstacles for senior leaders.
• Establish strong working relationships with key non-engineering groups like RDD, Operations, and outsourced procurement.
• Create and update detailed project trackers monitoring project health, timelines, spending, and risks.
• Promote a positive, cooperative environment across functional areas.
• Provide insights on manufacturing and operations, act as an escalation point, and resolve challenges.

Candidate Profile

• Possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Exhibits eagerness to learn and improve production test and assembly techniques.
• Applies sound engineering judgment beyond primary expertise areas.
• Has experience managing teams of five or more members, directly or indirectly.
• Functions well independently with limited supervision.
• Available for frequent travel to Malaysia.
• Holds at least eight years of relevant experience in NPI contexts.
• Experienced with regulated environments and protocols such as IQ, OQ, and PQ.
• Understands challenges related to outsourced operations.
• PMP certification is a beneficial addition.

Benefits

The company keeps compensation competitive via market monitoring and offers transport allowance alongside extensive medical benefits and insurance. Beyond monetary rewards, employees benefit from professional advancement, leadership training, continual performance reviews, and dynamic workshops. The workplace culture embraces innovation with modern tools, a relaxed dress code, and a stimulating team atmosphere encouraging ambition and growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds and ensuring non-discriminatory decisions across race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factors.