Hardware Engineering Program Manager 2

Hewlett Packard Enterprise • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Networking delivers world-class engineering design and test services across compliance, EMC, safety, and hardware validation disciplines. As a Hardware Engineering Program Manager, you will serve as the key liaison between hardware engineering and cross-functional teams during the New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle. You will work across multiple product lines, helping bring next-generation networking products to market. This role requires strong ownership of program planning, execution, and communication to ensure delivery against aggressive timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related hardware field
• 6+ years of program management experience in a high-technology environment
• Strong understanding of hardware NPI lifecycle
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and program management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
• Strong program tracking and reporting capabilities with attention to detail
• Proven problem-solving skills; able to proactively identify risks and drive resolution
• Ability to influence and guide cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams
• Hands-on experience working with hardware development, including prototype management and constraints
• Familiarity with hardware NPI processes and lifecycle phases

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-end routing and switching hardware systems is preferred
• Project/Program Management certification (e.g., PPM)
• MBA or Master’s degree in a related field

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project plans for hardware functions, including: Resource allocation Milestones and schedules Budget tracking
• Drive alignment across hardware teams (including DVT and Compliance) to ensure commitments are met
• Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and conflicts across cross-functional teams
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date schedules, incorporating forecasting where needed
• Lead clear, data-driven reporting for executives, management, and NPI stakeholders
• Represent hardware engineering in cross-functional program meetings
• Communicate program status concisely using metrics and measurable indicators (e.g., timelines, completion %, risk levels)

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing: We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
• Personal & Professional Development: We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
• Unconditional Inclusion: We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level