Senior program and engineering manager job description

At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you'll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you'll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.

As a Senior Engineering Program Manager in the New Product Development group, you will have one of the most critical roles at the company. You will be a member of the team that develops the best-in-class, tough as nails product that YETI is known for. This team manages the Product Development Lifecycle through the following stages: Initial Charter, Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Launch. You will contribute to the strategic guidance for internal teams and manufacturing partners ensuring the successful development and launch of new products on time, on quality and on budget. You are a natural leader and a persuasive problem solver committed to delivering an exceptional product to our customers. This role will orchestrate programs within our Drinkware and other Hard-goods categories.
Responsibilities:

Develop and manage cross-functional team deliverables within schedules, budgets, and requirements Coordinate multiple concurrent programs and their interrelated projects Manage stakeholder communication timely, clearly & efficiently Facilitates Gate Review meetings Assume responsibility for the entire program from start to finish Analyze risks and issues and take corrective action Ensure program requirements are met in areas of features, market introduction, cost, quality, safety and project performance Managing complex projects with minimal oversight and guidance



Qualifications and Attributes:


Bachelor's Degree and at least 6 years of project or program management experience Working knowledge of manufacturing best practices is a plus (ideally in consumer goods industry) Experience leading new product development (NPD) as well as sustaining projects Consumer Goods Industry experience highly preferred Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail and a stickler for time management Solid understanding of program management techniques and methodologies Strong leadership and communication skills Experience facilitating Gate Review meetings and presenting to an Executive panel PMP certification is preferred



YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Senior Program Manager, Hardware Engineering

The Smart Hardware Engineering department at NIO is responsible developing advanced technologies and delivering highly available, high quality systems to enable NIO's Autonomous driving vehicles. Our mission is to provide the next generation of hardware, software and algorithmic solutions. This includes but not limited to sensing, compute, storage as well as vehicle controls and safety system compute.
ResponsibilitiesDefine large & complex programs, drive engineering teams to plan, develop and ship products Design, development, integration, and test of autonomous compute and sensing, digital cockpit, and digital systems hardware Align senior leadership and key stakeholders around program roadmap Manage cross-functional teams and programs Prioritize projects based on impact to NIO and users with data driven approaches Unblock teams and enable them to stay focused on top priorities Provide reliable project management during all project phases Manage dependencies between teams and components Own measurement of success of programs
Required SkillsPassion for overseeing scheduling and production of vehicle autonomous systems.Working experience with breaking down large & complex projects into multiple working streams with clear definitions of inter-dependency, priorities, milestones, and resource allocation Strong capability of driving on-time delivery of complex programs end to end, including thorough planning, sprint management, sorting out dependencies, identifying potential risks, and helping the team unblock blockers, etc.Experienced with establishing strong partnerships across multi-disciplinary teams and demonstrated critical thinking Strong “CAN DO” attitude, and able to work effectively in a fast pace environment with competing resources and priorities Data driven strategic thinker who is capable of conveying ideas through detailed specs An outstanding communicator both technical and program, verbal & writtenA self-starter with high degree of self-direction and independent drive Create project plan and schedule, lead milestone reviews Track key HW/FW bugs and blocker issues (manage JIRA dashboards, track ticket velocities) Highlight risks and compile ideas for mitigation
Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field4+ years of program management experience Experience in electrical sub-systems or products comprising of mechanical enclosures, PCBA's, and software Solid understanding of product development lifecycles Experience with leading technical programs from conception to production launch Experience with working with oversea teams and manufacturing
About NIO
NIO Inc. is a pioneer in China's premium smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO's mission is to shape a joyful lifestyle. NIO aims to build a community starting with smart electric vehicles to share joy and grow together with users. NIO designs, jointly manufactures, and sells smart premium electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation technologies in connectivity, autonomous driving, and artificial intelligence. Redefining the user experience, NIO provides users with comprehensive and convenient power solutions, innovative Battery as a Service (BaaS) program, and other user-centric services. NIO began deliveries of the ES8, a 7-seater flagship premium electric SUV, in China in June 2018, and its variant, the 6-seater ES8, in March 2019. NIO officially launched the ES6, a 5-seater high-performance premium electric SUV, in December 2018 and began deliveries of the ES6 in June 2019. NIO officially launched the EC6, a 5-seater premium electric coupe SUV, in December 2019 and began deliveries of the EC6 in September 2020.

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NIO is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, age, sex, ancestry, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, present or past history of mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

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Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

We are currently seeking a Senior Program Manager, Value Engineering. This position requires an experienced professional with a strong technical background and excellent communication skills who is comfortable communicating complex issues at all levels of the organization. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
RoleThe successful candidate is a fearless leader of large cross functional teams with the ability to structure complex programs, drive execution on schedule, and responsible for clear communication of status and issues at all levels.Develop and implement the value engineering strategy and process Drive product cost reduction initiatives with engineering and supply chain Review, own and track targets of the costed BoM for current and future programs Work closely with leaders and cost champions in other parts of the organization to identify opportunities Collaboratively define and maintain the master schedule for cost reduction programs, track progress and drive execution Develop, publish, and maintain schedule and cost targets and communicate progress to executive team and board.
Qualifications10+ years of industry experience, automotive preferred5+ years of experience in Program Management or Product development Strong technical background, experience with complex cost reduction programs Excellent analytical skills, experience working on complex multi-system products Experience working with all functions of the enterprise (engineering, finance, marketing, Industrial Design, etc.) Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization Strong aptitude to prioritize and structure complex technical programs
EducationBachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical engineering, or related field), master's degree preferred Advantageous:•Master's degree in business administration
At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

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At Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States may or may not be required to provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses). Vaccination requirements are dependent upon location and position, please refer to the job description for more details.

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