Technical Program Manage Engineer (A Group FATP_PE_TPM)-Houston,TX
Purpose of the position
Leading a team of engineers and technicians to optimize production process, improve product quality, and ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, resolve technical challenges, and align manufacturing strategies with organizational goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
Technical Integration
Translate specs into production workflows; resolve process/equipment issues.
Process Optimization
Analyze bottlenecks and drive improvements (automation, Lean/Six Sigma).
Maintain technical documents and conduct knowledge transfer.
Resource & Cost Control
Monitor project costs and provide data-driven insights for decisions.
Quality Assurance & Problem Solving
Lead root-cause analysis (8D) and drive corrective actions.
Address customer feedback and coordinate improvements.
Project Closure
Coordinate lessons learned, client acceptance, and handover.
Compile post-project reviews and wish lists.
Innovation & Partnerships
Evaluate new technologies and collaborate with F1 partners (TPM/Ops/NPO/AME) for R&D.
PRQ/CR Management
Schedule, report, and execute in MP phase.
MP Phase Operations
xVT issue tracking and improvement.
Review assembly/packing tooling, layout/process/HC.
Line readiness and audit.
UPH bring-up planning.
Coordinate build issue resolution.
Yield/MIL reporting.
FACA coordination and driving.
Define scope, specs, and timelines with cross-functional teams.
Allocate resources to meet budget and deadlines.
Build schedules (Gantt/CPM) and track milestones.
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Work experience:
- 3–5 years in electronics manufacturing (line upgrades, tech transfers).
- Familiar with assembly, testing, packaging processes.
- Cross-functional collaboration with R&D, production, quality, supply chain.
- Led 2–3+ technical projects with measurable outcomes.
- Proficient in MS Project/Jira/Trello/Asana; PMBOK/Agile methodologies.
- Proven risk identification and mitigation planning.
- Manufacturing engineering: ATE, AOI, robotics, line layout, OEE optimization.
- Data analysis: Excel, Python, SQL, BI tools for decision support.
- Strong technical and analytical mindset.
- Cross-functional communication and collaboration.
- Results-driven with a focus on process optimization and problem-solving.
- Language Fluent in English, Mandarin is a plus.
Working conditions
- Office-based role, fast-paced work environment
- This position must be able to respond to after-hour emergencies and be available to work non-core hours or overtime to complete various projects without interruption to operations.