Technical Project Manager

• Technical Program Manager – Advanced Manufacturing & Test Systems (m/f/d)
• About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to support the development and industrialization of next‑generation hardware products within a highly innovative technology environment.

This position plays a critical role in bridging engineering, manufacturing, and program management, ensuring that test systems, metrology solutions, and data infrastructure are successfully developed, integrated, and scaled from New Product Introduction (NPI) through mass production.

You will work in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional setting and collaborate closely with internal engineering teams, manufacturing partners, and external suppliers to drive successful product launches and production readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of test system development throughout the product lifecycle, from NPI to high‑volume manufacturing.
• Coordinate hardware and software release activities to ensure alignment with program milestones and production schedules.
• Drive the development, deployment, and qualification of automated test equipment (ATE), metrology systems, and production test infrastructure.
• Manage timelines, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Act as the primary interface between internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring tool readiness and on‑time delivery.
• Facilitate technical discussions, evaluate engineering trade‑offs, and support decision‑making processes.
• Lead issue resolution and root cause analysis for technical and operational challenges.
• Monitor program progress and communicate status, risks, and key milestones to stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Ensure all testing, validation, and manufacturing activities meet quality and production requirements.
• Required Qualifications
• Proven knowledge in Technical Program Management, Engineering Program Management, or Project Management within a hardware‑focused environment.
• Strong understanding of New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing scale‑up processes.
• Knowledge with test architectures, production test flows, and automated test systems.
• Ability to manage complex, cross‑functional programs involving engineering, operations, and external suppliers.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Driving technical discussions and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Already worked in optical systems, display technologies, semiconductors, or advanced manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge with

• Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
• Optical testing and metrology
• Test equipment development
• Manufacturing tooling lifecycle management
• Data‑driven production and quality systems
• Familiarity with high‑volume manufacturing operations and product industrialization.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting‑edge hardware technologies.
• High degree of ownership, autonomy, and technical influence.
• Exposure to global engineering and manufacturing teams.
• An innovation‑driven environment where technical excellence and execution are highly valued.
• Long‑term growth opportunities within advanced product development, manufacturing, and program leadership.
• Job Details
• Job Type: Contract
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