Engineering Program Manager

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Daikin Applied is seeking a Program Manager. The Program Manager will lead Programs and Projects within the Engineering Program Management Department focused on new product development. Additionally, they will support and execute strategic initiatives and programs to drive improvements in speed of innovation and Engineering effectiveness and productivity that will achieve Daikin’s Product Roadmaps and profitability goals. This position provides Technical, Organizational, and Strategic Program Leadership. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Staunton, VA – Hybrid

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead new Product Development Engineering teams and collaborate with multiple functions to define, develop, and deploy strategic initiatives and/or product roadmaps that maximize the value of the business and profitability of new products

• Work closely with business leaders to plan future project implementation schedules, define projects/programs, manage the portfolio of projects/programs, and provide input on overall strategy

• Define, maintain, and monitor program and project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

• Focus efforts to meet the strategic goals and the program's specific tactical goals

• Rigorously manage scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed-on time, cost, and quality parameters

• Ensure functional commitments are achieved with a strong understanding of Product Development Engineering deliverables within agreed-on time, cost, and quality parameters. Understand Key Engineering Product Requirements and Deliverables: PVSR, DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R

• Successfully manage relationships with key stakeholders

• Provide a centralized, single point of contact for the programs and projects they manage

• Validate financial forecasts and provide ongoing reconciliation of resources and other related project expenditures

• Resolve problems in assigned programs using innovative solutions and interface with others in the company, report and escalate to executive management as needed

• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs

• Delegate tasks and responsibilities as appropriate, identify and resolve conflicts, manage project dependencies and constraints, and develop contingency plans where required

• Prepare and present reports periodically on the status of assigned programs and projects

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• 6+ years of relevant experience

• 2+ years of people leadership experience

• Microsoft Project experience

• Moderate to Highly Competent in:

  • Engineering management experience

  • Communication, Interpersonal/Soft Skills, Situational Awareness, Self Organization, Bias for Action/Drive for Results, Adaptability

  • Program / Project Leadership

  • Coaching/Mentoring, Meeting management, Team Motivation, Facilitation Skills, Conflict Management and Resolution, Problem-Solving Facilitation

  • Courage and Conscience, Presentation and Reporting Capabilities, Influence Without Authority, Negotiation (Win/Win), Organizational Awareness

  • Process Knowledge

  • Phase Gate Business Processes

  • New Product Development Process and Deliverable knowledge

  • Lean Product Development Practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree

• Current PMP Certification

• HVAC industry experience

• 8+ years of relevant experience

• 4+ years of people leadership experience

• Moderate to Highly Competent in:

  • Process Knowledge

  • NPI Processing Understanding, Risk Management, Project QCCD Management

  • Agile Methods and Tools

  • PaRM Prework, Sprint Planning/Backlog Refinement, PaRM Project Schedule Facilitation

  • Project/Program Deliverables Knowledge

  • Project Management Functional Deliverables, Requirements Management Knowledge, Downstream Organization Processes, Prototype Scheduling & Build Process, Key Documents: PVSR, DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R

  • RPM Integration and Resource Reporting (User)

  • Microsoft Project to Azure DevOps Integration (User)

  • POL Embedded Features/Capabilities (User)

  • SharePoint (User)

  • Storm Board, Mural, Miro (User)

  • Agile System (User)

Your Benefits: 

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:  

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance  

• 401K retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off and company-paid holidays

• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service 

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $100,800-$171,700 + 15% bonus in Virginia. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade in which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 

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