Senior Engineering Program Manager

Job Description

Director of Engineering Program Management

(Hardware & Connected Devices)

Location : Houston, TX - Onsite Full Time Role

Salary : $150,000–$175,000 + Annual Bonus

We’re partnering with a leading electronics manufacturer to hire a Director of Program Management to lead end-to-end delivery of next-generation connected hardware products. Reporting to the VP of Engineering and CTO, this leader will own the full product lifecycle—from concept and design through launch and post-market performance. The ideal candidate brings an engineering background (electronics, mechanical, IoT, or firmware) and a proven track record driving complex, cross-functional hardware programs.

Responsibilities :

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver new products through a structured stage-gate / NPI process.
• Build comprehensive project plans, identifying interdependencies and ensuring resource alignment.
• Drive program governance through gate reviews, change control, and risk management.
• Deliver timely updates through weekly status reports and executive presentations.
• Mentor teams on NPI and stage-gate methodologies; drive continuous improvement and best practice adoption.
• Manage and mentor a team of program and project managers, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Partner strategically with senior leadership, supporting long-term technology and business objectives.
• Align cross-functional stakeholders across Product, Sales, Marketing, Field Service, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing for successful launches.
• Serve as a bridge between executive leadership and technical teams to ensure clear, consistent communication.
• Influence decision-making through data-driven insights, negotiation, and consensus building.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.

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