Job Title: Technical Project Manager
Location: Foster City, CA
Client Facing: Yes
About PAC Group:
At The PAC Group (PAC), we specialize in engineering consulting, program management, and operational excellence—delivering high-impact solutions in more than 20 countries. We’re proud to partner with the world’s leading companies in automotive, aerospace, industrial, and technology sectors, providing strategic guidance and hands-on execution that drive innovation and efficiency. Whether we’re launching advanced manufacturing systems, deploying digital simulation tools, or scaling global operations, PAC thrives at the intersection of technology, engineering, and problem-solving.
Joining PAC means joining a dynamic, fast-paced, and global team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Role Purpose:
- Successful track record of delivering multiple complex automotive technical projects in parallel
- High degree of understanding of vehicle testing and development. You should understand system interactions and dependencies
- Familiarity with prototype or pre-production vehicle testing and development
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in project management and a Bachelor's in Business, Communications, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in resource management software (e.g., JIRA) to develop project plans and track asset availability against timelines
- Expert level ability to structure boards, workflows, and dashboards that provide real time visibility into project health without creating "admin debt" for engineers
- A "closer" mentality with a high sense of ownership. You are known for closing loops without supervision and preventing scop creep in fast moving environments
- Calm under pressure, concise in communication, and capable of synthesizing shifting priorities into a clear path forward
Bonus Qualifications:
- Background in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in a startup or high growth "execution first" environment
- Familiarity with vehicle development cycles and prototype hardware management
- Experience with autonomous vehicle platforms and software development
The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, education, and qualifications.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in project management
- Bachelor's in Business, Communications, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in resource management software (e.g., JIRA)
- Expert level ability to structure boards, workflows, and dashboards
- High sense of ownership with a 'closer' mentality
- Calm under pressure with concise communication skills
What We Do
The PAC Group is a global engineering and management services firm supporting diversified industries on a global basis. Created over 35 years ago, PAC has delivered some of the most complex projects, aggressive timelines, and unrelenting quality at the most efficient costs in collaboration with our clients in more than 40 countries. Our expertise spans sectors such as automotive, manufacturing, construction, e-commerce, MHE + conveyance, sustainable energy and more. Visit our website for more information: http://pacgroup.com/ See our Workable page for current job openings: https://apply.workable.com/the-pac-group/
