Principal Technical Program Manager

Hewlett Packard Enterprise•Bloomington, MN

1d•$135,000 - $310,500•Hybrid

About The Position

This senior-level program management position leads engineering development and implementation of products across a Global Business Unit. The role drives multi-functional, complex programs with significant technical impact, overseeing strategy, budgets, resources, and cross-company communications. The ideal candidate is a recognized technical authority who combines deep engineering knowledge with proven program management expertise to improve time-to-market, reduce costs, and address customer needs. This individual provides technical leadership, mentors staff, and fosters innovation across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent.
Typically, 8+ years of experience in program or project management within engineering or manufacturing environments.
PMP/PMI certification preferred.
Demonstrated experience managing all aspects of cross-business unit programs, including directing matrixed teams and resources.
Proven history of innovation with examples of developing new technical, engineering, and/or manufacturing processes.
Experience designing and developing project and program planning tools and software packages to create, manage, and track project results.
Successful track record working with external parties such as standards bodies, partners, and development organizations.
Ability to manage complex, longer-term programs with multiple projects and cross-functional requirements.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of organizational strategy.
Ability to effectively communicate program management architectures, plans, proposals, and results, and negotiate options at business unit levels.
Experience with cross-functional collaboration, mentorship, and knowledge sharing across organizations.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead key programs involving multiple functions and program teams to drive engineering development and implementation for multiple products or service offerings across a Global Business Unit.
Direct the development of overall program strategy, budgets, resource allocation plans, and general program requirements.
Manage activities of supporting program teams and internal and external development partners, ensuring alignment with unit strategy and owning responsibility for overall program profit and loss.
Communicate program progress, escalations, and issue analysis to product stakeholders; collaborate with business unit management and partners to recommend and implement changes that drive continuous improvement and manage program costs.
Drive innovation and integration of new technologies and quality initiatives into projects and activities within the engineering organization.
Review and evaluate program plans for compliance with program management guidelines and standards, providing tangible feedback to improve overall program quality and results.
Lead, guide, and mentor less experienced staff members, setting an example of program management innovation and excellence.