Technical Program Manager

3MD Inc. • Fort Wayne, IN

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Program Manager (TPM) ensures the successful execution of technical projects by aligning efforts with timelines, quality standards, and organizational goals. The role involves managing cross-functional collaboration, optimizing workflows, and acting as a bridge between engineering teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality results efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in technical program management, project management, or a related role
• Proven experience managing complex technical projects with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or other project management frameworks
• Strong technical acumen, with an understanding of engineering workflows and systems
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Certification in PMP, Scrum Master, or similar project management methodologies
• Familiarity with software development processes or IT infrastructure projects
• Experience in budget and resource planning for large-scale technical programs
• Background in working within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to work effectively with engineering teams
• Project Management: Proficiency in managing projects using Agile, Scrum, or other methodologies, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes on time
• Problem-Solving: Ability to anticipate and address challenges proactively, with creative and practical solutions
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information effectively across diverse audiences
• Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and facilitate collaboration among cross-functional teams
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and meet deadlines consistently
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adjusting plans in a fast-paced environment
• Metrics-Driven: Skilled in using data and metrics to monitor progress, make decisions, and drive continuous improvement
• Communication: Ability to clearly convey design concepts and provide clarifications as needed

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Define project scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements to ensure project success
• Technical Coordination: Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical requirements, resolve roadblocks, and ensure alignment with project goals
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a central point of communication to facilitate collaboration across teams, including product, engineering, and business stakeholders
• Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify risks and issues, develop mitigation plans, and address challenges before they impact the project
• Project Execution: Manage day-to-day project activities, track progress, and ensure on-time delivery of project milestones
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to stakeholders, set clear expectations, and manage communications effectively to ensure alignment
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and optimize project workflows, adopting best practices to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Budget & Resource Management: Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure optimal allocation of resources to meet objectives
• Quality Assurance: Validate that deliverables meet established quality standards, ensuring high customer satisfaction and technical excellence
• Data-Driven Decisions: Use metrics, dashboards, and analytics to track project performance and make informed adjustments to maintain progress

Benefits

• U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company contribution, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others.
• U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 6 scheduled paid holidays.
• Additionally, eligible hourly/non-exempt and exempt employees accrue up to 112 hours of PTO based on years of service and may annually take up to 8 hours of paid volunteer time.
• Additional paid sick leave is also provided if required by state or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees