08 - Lead Engineer, Program/Project Mgmt

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage two or more projects of medium complexity (technology, organizationally). Lead cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetings to meet project schedule & customer expectations in 4M1E1C
• Present and communicate status to the business leaders and customers. Reviews and interprets customer documentation.
• Implement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommends process improvements
• Plan the overall program and monitor the progress. Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resources.
• Daily program management throughout the program life
• Drive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products & service offerings, Customer Specific Needs)
• Define the program governance (controls)
• Manage the program’s budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, NRE cost/labour etc
• Manage risks and issues, taking corrective measurements
• Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies. Manage and utilize resources across projects
• Align the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome” with the aid of the business change manager
• Manage the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation document

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process, schedules and scheduling requirements, and SCM.
• In-depth knowledge of project management, project gantt chart, open issue tracking, from end to end from customer award, BOM setup, supply chain setup, material readiness, mfg & facilities readiness in 5M, 1E 1C to support NPI start up with risk assessment
• In-depth knowledge of product pricing, contracts and contract negotiations.
• Thorough understanding of business risks and price make up (Value add and Materials)
• Excellent customer contact, negotiation and problem resolution skills.
• Good presentation, database management and computer skills.
• Ability to manage multiple, detailed projects to a successful end while working under tight time deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal and external customers.

Typical Experience& Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/ Business Management related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of NPI project management & program experience.
• Min 6 years relevant experience in project management / marketing / manufacturing industries.
• Must have skills : NPI knowledge or Program management knowledge
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Computer skills especially in Microsoft Excel and presentation slide using Power Point.
• Applicants must be willing to work in Senai, Johor.
• Good working attitude and willing to learn.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.