Engineering Program Manager

Engineering Program ManagerThe Engineering Program/Project Management is responsible for leading and managing design engineers and other technical engineers working on specific projects. They manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. They are responsible for managing large projects with complex scope, multiple streams of work and inter-dependencies.Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:Manage strategic visibility programs (multiple projects per program) of high complexity (technology, organizationally).Lead cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetings.Present, communicate, and influence LOB/segment business leaders and customersLead/develop function level or moderately complex process initiatives or business strategy.Demonstrate ability to grow cross functional team members by identifying develop opportunities.Lead the deployment of strategic programs and coordinate site-wide deployment efforts.Present and communicate status to the business leaders and customers.Review and interpret customer specifications and provides customer feedbackCoordinate site-wide deployment efforts.Implement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommend process improvementsPlan the overall program and monitor the progress.Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resources.Daily program management throughout the program lifeDrive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products & service offerings, Customer Specific Needs)Define the program governance (controls)Manage the program's budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, cost/labour & expenseManage risks and issues and taking corrective measurementsCoordinate the projects and their interdependencies.Manage and utilizing resources across projectsAlign the deliverables (outputs) to the program's "outcome" with the aid of the business change managerManage the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation document.Set yearly plans and goals for the department, give direction on expected performance, provide regular performance evaluations and ongoing feedback.Accountable for all department objectives and achieving agreed targets for key performance indicators.Physical Demands Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment. Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required. Occasional travel may be required.Typical Experience 7 to 10 years. Typical Education Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational Requirements may vary by Geography.Celstica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Celestica is an E-Verify employer.