Technical Program Manager I - EE

Job Title: Technical Program Manager I (Electrical Engineering)

Location: (Sunnyvale, CA)

Duration: Travel - 12 months

Pay Range: $78/hr $83/hr (W2)

Job ID: 371226

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager I (EE) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in hardware module definition, electrical engineering boards and flex assemblies, qualification and validation, and cross-functional program delivery and a proven ability to lead complex, multi-team programs from concept through qualification to mass production.

Responsibilities:

• Partner across engineering, product management, architecture, industrial design, operations, and vendors to drive investigation, definition, and delivery of next-generation products.
• Create development, delivery, and qualification strategies and schedules based on system, EE boards, and flex requirements, technical challenges, lead times, and business needs.
• Manage communications within and between internal engineering teams and external vendors.
• Set milestones with teams, communicate program status, and identify and address risks and setbacks.
• Drive engineering teams to resolve technical issues to closure.
• Develop best practices and technology development processes in a dynamic environment to ensure on-time delivery.
• Plan and manage engineering builds from early prototypes through qualification builds.
• Maintain complete and current program documentation for staff and leadership review.
• Contribute to resource planning and budget management to achieve program objectives.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally based on program needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with phase-gate approaches to technology development.
• Hands-on experience with board, flex, and EE module qualification, validation, and characterization.
• Knowledge of issue and bug tracking, risk management, and mitigation planning.
• Clear communication skills and proven experience working with technical teams.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Proven success collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors, including flexible hours and on-site vendor support as needed.
• BS in an Engineering field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years as a Program Manager leading EE programs from concept to mass production, preferably in consumer electronics.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with Agile or hybrid development environments integrated with phase gates.
• Experience in consumer hardware lifecycle management and vendor manufacturing engagement.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth with global clients
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Fair Chance Notice

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

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