IT Program Manager, PLM/CAD/CAE Technology

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 10+ years of experience in program/project management within a technology company. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to translate technical concepts into business language. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Systems like Teamcenter and Windchill Familiarity with CAD applications like UG NX, Solidworks, Inventor and Creo Familiarity with ECAD applications like Zuken E3s, OrCAD, Altium Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project). PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum certifications are a plus. Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view Engage closely with engineering and product development leadership, identifying opportunities for automation and business process solutions with positive impact to engineering productivity and design quality. Ensure effective and efficient execution of the project/ program to established guardrails of scope, timeline and budget. Track execution and compliance metrics and provide regular status and feedback to stakeholders Actively manage all aspects of project planning and execution in line with established processes and guidelines Work with line managers (Competency Center), Resource Management to staff projects and resolve staffing issues Actively manage and ensure compliance to project financial processes, reporting and escalation Conduct appropriate reviews to ensure documentation and solutions are of acceptable quality Manage project/ program risks, making sure they are identified, evaluated and addressed as per established guidelines Mentors and trains PMs. Is recognized as a subject matter expert in Project Management