The Program Manager (Automotive Microcontroller Product Line) will be responsible to lead large multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the NXP New Product Introduction (NPI) process to develop cutting edge embedded processor solutions for Automotive.
The Program Manager will engage the global R&D teams to achieve on time delivery with world class levels of quality. The Program Manager will be responsible to partner with the organization’s R&D, Design, Software, Product Management, and Product Engineer/Test/Manufacturing teams to define schedules and resourcing for key deliverables, while anticipating and overcoming issues to positively impact key financial metrics including gross margin and EBITDA. In this role, the Program Manager will be responsible to drive delivery of new products from concept and definition phases, through execution development of hardware and software solutions, to final production ramp up of the system solution. Candidates for this role should possess experience and understanding of the semiconductor, Automotive or electronics industry and understand the key competitive differentiators for NXP products including manufacturability, price, power, software, die size and system performance.
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Beng/Meng Electronic Engineering or equivalent degree, advanced degree preferred.
Relevant experience in Semiconductor/Electronics/Automotive Industry
Strong leadership skills and experience in complex technical projects including hardware & software
Strong technical background
MS Project experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Critical thinking skills and proficient in risk and issue management
PMI/PMP certification desirable but not required
The Ideal Candidate will have the following:
Successful track record in bringing new products to market on time by containing the development cost within budget initial product ramp and into high volume manufacturing at planned gross margin and yields
Experiences interfacing with internal teams, management, and customers being able to tailor the message to the target audience
Strong foundational knowledge and program management approach to drive NPI execution within established timelines and target costs
Focus and capability to transform businesses and take them to the next level
Ability to communicate and influence at all levels within the organization
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely to various teams within and across the divisions to effectively drive issue resolution and alignment across functions
Ability to quickly recognize and articulate barriers and critical path to success across teams
Knowledge of ISO26262 and ISO21434
The Successful Candidate Will be:
Able to work collegially, but effectively through others and build strong professional relationships across the corporation
Capable of motivating and influencing others, sustaining high energy and a positive attitude even in the face of stiff challenges and adversity
Capable of development and management of a highly effective set of metrics/reports for communication with senior management
Effective in conflict resolution among cross geographical/functional teams
Highly effective in communicating with levels of senior management; both verbal and written presentations
Manage escalations through proper channel without breaking the harmony of the team
Ability to challenge decisions and approach issues with creative solutions
Strongly oriented toward process improvement and operational excellence
Highly agile in achieving success within a constantly evolving environment
A highly effective leader who can develop and inspire a team to the highest levels of performance
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NXP develops microcontrollers and microprocessors for various industries, including automotive and industrial applications.