Head of Technical Programme Management

Advantech is seeking a motivated Technical Program Manager (TPM) / Project Manager to support strategic Key Accounts focused on industrial computing, embedded systems, AI infrastructure, machine learning, semiconductor, and next‑generation edge computing platforms. This role will lead complex hardware and software development programs from concept through production launch while serving as a key interface between customers, engineering, operations, and global cross‑functional teams. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong ownership, communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities, changing deadlines, and multiple programs simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Mandarin Chinese proficiency is preferred because it may facilitate direct communication with overseas stakeholders. Candidates without Mandarin proficiency will also be considered if they demonstrate the ability to effectively manage communication across global teams using English and available translation resources.

Lead cross‑functional coordination between customers, engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing teams

Define project scope, requirements, milestones, deliverables, and overall execution strategy

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules while ensuring alignment with customer expectations and internal resource planning

Manage program risks, dependencies, action items, and escalation paths proactively

Track project status, timelines, engineering changes, and deliverables while communicating effectively to all stakeholders

Facilitate customer meetings, technical reviews, and internal program discussions

Ensure project requirements and customer expectations are captured accurately and communicated clearly across global teams

Document customer communications, decisions, and action items within project management tools and systems

Participate in pre‑sales and business development discussions to understand customer requirements and support solution development

Foster strong working relationships with both customers and internal global teams

3+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, Project Management, or related technical customer‑facing roles

Experience managing full product development lifecycles from business award through production launch

Experience managing technical product development programs

Experience working in industrial computing, embedded systems, electronics, semiconductor, or related technical industries

Demonstrates ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage competing priorities

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field preferred

Experience supporting AI infrastructure, edge computing, industrial automation, or embedded computing customers

Familiarity with hardware validation, reliability testing, manufacturing operations, and engineering change processes

Mandarin Chinese language proficiency is preferred

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous vacation and paid holidays package

Work from home program – once eligible

Referral Bonus

Advantech offers comprehensive system integration, hardware, software, customer‑centric design services, and global logistics support; all backed by industry‑leading front and back‑office e‑business solutions. Advantech has always been an innovator in the development and manufacture of high‑quality, high‑performance computing platforms.

We cooperate closely with our partners to help provide complete solutions for a wide array of applications across a diverse range of industries. Advantech is an authorized alliance partner of both Intel® and Microsoft®. Our customers will find the technologies we use inside our products to be widely compatible with other products in the global marketplace. In 2018 and 2019, Interbrand, the world‑renowned brand consulting firm, once again recognized Advantech efforts to build a trusted, global brand; it also symbolizes a promise we gave to our business partners, which was to do our best to keep building a trustworthy brand that is recognized everywhere in the world. Advantech was selected as Interbrand’s #5 best Taiwan Global Brand in 2018.

S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.We accept applications directly from candidates only and will not be responsible for any recruiting agency fees absent a formal agreement.

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