Program Manager- New Product Introduction

Itron • Austin, TX

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

Itron is seeking a Program Manager to lead operational excellence for new product introduction (NPI) initiatives and ensure successful delivery of hardware programs from concept through production. The role coordinates work across manufacturing engineering, procurement, logistics, supply chain, product management, and research and development in a fast-paced environment focused on grid management solutions.

The Program Manager leads programs from initiation through delivery, ensuring operational readiness and quality outcomes. The role collaborates with internal teams across product business units, R&D, product marketing, global operations, procurement, logistics, manufacturing, quality control, and finance. It applies continuous-improvement methods, provides technical guidance based on engineering experience, manages risks, communicates progress to stakeholders, and keeps activities aligned with customer expectations.

The position also develops supplier relationships and works with Global Commodity Managers on contingency plans, dual sourcing, and alternative supply routes. It uses data analytics and technology to monitor supply-chain performance and identify data-driven improvements to resilience and responsiveness. The role requires proximity to an Itron site in Austin, Texas, or Oconee, South Carolina. Travel is 0–10%. The job is described as a typical office job with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical engineering experience.
• Proven program management experience in hardware or manufacturing environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of PCBAs, semiconductor components, and box-build assemblies.
• Experience with Kaizen, Scrum, Lean, and continuous-improvement practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working effectively across diverse teams.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
• Must be close to an Itron site in Austin, TX, or Oconee, SC.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage new product introduction programs from initiation through delivery, ensuring operational readiness and quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with product business units, research and development, product marketing, global operations, procurement, logistics, manufacturing, quality control, and finance to implement resiliency measures and preparedness.
• Apply Kaizen, Lean, and Agile methodologies to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance based on hands-on engineering experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial domains.
• Identify program risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Provide timely, relevant stakeholder updates through reports and meetings.
• Ensure program activities align with organizational values and customer expectations.
• Build relationships with key suppliers and partners; work with Global Commodity Managers on contingency plans, dual sourcing strategies, and alternative supply routes.
• Use data analytics and technology to monitor supply-chain performance and implement data-driven improvements to resiliency and responsiveness.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package including financial, social, health, and wellbeing programs.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Eligibility for the annual bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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