Program Manager

4 months ago

Suzhou, China Wärtsilä Full time

Program Manager - Hardware Product Development


Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

We are looking for a Program Manager for Hardware Product Development to join our dynamic, fast-paced Energy Storage & Optimization team. As a Program Manager, you will manage product development execution activities, that will include managing product development costs, schedules, program scope, risk, changes, documentation, status reporting, vendor relationships and coordinating information with other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of program management experience in a hardware product development environment. Experience with product development for energy storage and renewable energy applications a plus.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

Experience in program management for hardware product development. Knowledge of the role of a Program Manager for hardware product development. Proficient in MS Project, MS Office Suite, and JIRA/Asana for task tracking. Applicants must have good English communication skills, be self-motivated, organized, self-sufficient, personable, curious, and able to complete tasks without strict oversight. Passion for innovation, ability to adapt to fast-changing market demands, and the capacity to work independently and as a team member. Willingness to take ownership of issues and initiatives. Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Strong work ethic. Energetic and enthusiastic approach.

Preferred Location: Wartsila’s Suzhou Office in China

Your main responsibilities are

Identify, schedule, and manage scopes and risks to accomplish program deliverables and objectives. Establish and maintain program schedules and budgets for new product development activities. Communicate program status cross the department, engage with stakeholders, and ensure the alignment with organizational objective. Execute the Wartsila Phase Gate process for new product development initiative and ensure the on-time-delivery in each Phase. Monitor, coordinate, and manage actions with a cross-functional resources such as supply chain, business development, vendors, logistic & delivery, and sales, to ensure the program success. Collaborate closely with technical team and drive the problem-solving through strategic questioning and inquiries. Oversee and contribute to the creation of product requirements documents, development plans, customer facing documentation, and marketing support material. Possess strong communication skills and financial acumen to aid in the definition and creation of the budget for the development program.

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

In depth understand of the hardware development process for both electrical and mechanical design activities. 5+ years of program management experience in a product development organization. High critical thinking, decision making, communication, leadership, and influencing skills with balanced technical, financial, and business acumen. Independent, self-starter with validated ability to succeed in dynamic environments and constantly changing requirements. Strong process management skills with experience managing multiple teams on simultaneous product development activities. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related background is required; Advanced degree or training in Agile/Scrum is a strong plus. Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a matrix environment without direct managerial control. Experienced in working collaboratively in a multicultural and geographically dispersed team environment. Experience coordinating activities and identifying priorities for the development team. Fluency in written and spoken English and Mandarin Chinese. Expected domestic travel up to 25% and required to be able to travel to United States with a valid visa.

Why you and us  

We have an amazing team and a clear purpose to exist. We are passionate about the work we do and hope to find a colleague with a shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

All our employees are encouraged to utilise the variety of training activities, learning solutions and self-study materials that we have to offer which supports the opportunity to further develop your talents and competencies within a very global working environment, in an ambitious and growth orientated organisation. 

Contact & next steps

Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application 1st August 2024 by submitting your application through our careers portal. Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Tina Zheng, Talent Acquisition Specialist () with any questions related to this position. (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to)

Please apply by 1st August 2024 at 23:59 Chinese Standard Time. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to same time zone.

Last application date: 01/08/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

This is Wärtsilä

  • Program Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China HARMAN International Full time

    Job SummaryHARMAN International is seeking a skilled Program Manager to lead the development of audio systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, technical expertise, and excellent communication skills.Key ResponsibilitiesManage 3-6 audio system development programs, requiring both applications and core development...

  • Manager,Program

    5 months ago

    Suzhou, China HARMAN International Full time

    HARMAN’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the...

  • Senior Program Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China 898 FLEXTRONICS COMPUTING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Program Manager to join our team in Suzhou Wuzhong. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating program schedules and budgets.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement program plans, including budgeting and resource allocation.Track and analyze...

  • Senior Program Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China 898 FLEXTRONICS COMPUTING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Program Manager to join our team at 898 FLEXTRONICS COMPUTING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD. in Suzhou Wuzhong. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating program schedules and budgets.Key Responsibilities:Organize and direct program schedules and budgets to...

  • Sr. Program Manager

    2 months ago

    Suzhou, China 898 FLEXTRONICS COMPUTING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD Full time

    Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Sr. Program Manager located in Suzhou Wuzhong. Reporting to the BU Head, the Sr. Program Manager role involves… What a typical day looks like: Organize, plan and direct program schedules and budgets. In charge...

  • Senior Program Manager

    3 days ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China 898 FLEXTRONICS COMPUTING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Program Manager to join our team at 898 FLEXTRONICS COMPUTING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD. in Suzhou Wuzhong. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating program schedules and budgets.Key Responsibilities:Organize and direct program schedules and budgets.Track...

  • Senior Business Program Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Microsoft Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior APRD Business Program Manager to lead the design, implementation, and operation of large-scale APRD programs. This role is pivotal in enhancing employee experiences, community engagement, and talent experiences across APRD organizations.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the full lifecycle of...

  • Senior Business Program Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Microsoft Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior APRD Business Program Manager to lead the design, implementation, and operation of large-scale APRD programs. This role is pivotal in enhancing employee experiences, community engagement, and talent experiences across APRD organizations.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the full lifecycle of...

  • Audio Systems Program Manager

    3 days ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China HARMAN International Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Audio Systems Program Manager to join our team at HARMAN International. As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing 3-6 audio system or amplifier programs, requiring both applications and core development engineering.Key ResponsibilitiesManage cross-functional teams to develop systems, including...

  • Program Manager

    1 month ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Wärtsilä Full time

    Program Manager - Hardware Product DevelopmentWärtsilä is a leading technology company that enables sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services. We are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to join our dynamic Energy Storage & Optimization team.The successful candidate will be responsible for managing product development...

  • Senior Manager RFQ Program Manager

    1 month ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China HARMAN International Full time

    A Career at HARMAN: Innovation and TeamworkHARMAN International is a technology leader that is rapidly on the move. Our company is filled with people who are focused on making life better. We value innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork as part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you...

  • Senior Manager RFQ Program Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China HARMAN International Full time

    A Career at HARMANAt HARMAN, we're a technology leader that's always on the move. Our DNA is built on innovation, inclusivity, and teamwork. When you combine that with the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN, you can grow, make a difference, and be proud of the work you do every day.Key ResponsibilitiesLead a...

  • Program Manager

    4 days ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Wärtsilä Full time

    Program Manager - Hardware Product DevelopmentWärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is...

  • Business Process Excellence Program Manager

    5 months ago

    Suzhou, China Koch Engineered Solutions Full time

    Your Job Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) is hiring a Program Manager to lead Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) and drive continual value achievement through business process excellence. This role on KES’s Equipment Technology & Services (ET&S) Business Process Excellence (BPX) team is initially responsible for...

  • Next Generation Leader

    2 months ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Bosch Full time

    Job Overview Introduction to the JMP Program: At Bosch, we prioritize internal talent development, with 90% of our managerial positions filled by individuals from within the organization. This is largely facilitated by our Junior Managers Program (JMP). This program pairs you with a mentor to prepare you for future leadership roles within our company,...

  • Business Process Excellence Program Director

    3 days ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Koch Engineered Solutions Full time

    About the RoleKoch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a skilled Program Manager to lead Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region and drive business process excellence.This is a cross-functional role requiring collaboration with multiple departments, including Commercial, Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply...

  • Business Process Excellence Program Director

    4 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Koch Engineered Solutions Full time

    Job SummaryKoch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) and drive continual value achievement through business process excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesLead ERP-related projects in China (Shanghai and Changshu) in partnership with KES IT...

  • Business Process Excellence Program Director

    3 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Koch Engineered Solutions Full time

    About the RoleKoch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) and drive continual value achievement through business process excellence.This role on KES's Equipment Technology & Services (ET&S) Business Process Excellence (BPX) team is initially...

  • Business Process Excellence Program Director

    4 weeks ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Koch Engineered Solutions Full time

    About the RoleKoch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead Operational Excellence (OpEx) initiatives in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) and drive continual value achievement through business process excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesLead ERP-related projects in China (Shanghai and Changshu) in partnership with KES IT...

  • Laboratory Technician for Chemistry Undergraduate Program

    2 months ago

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, China The Chinese University of Hong Kong Full time

    Recruitment Information Laboratory Technician for Chemistry Undergraduate Program Company Name: The Chinese University of Hong Kong Job Location: Hong Kong Employment Type: Full-time Job Category: Energy/Chemical/Environmental Number of Positions: 1 Salary: Job Responsibilities Position Overview: The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a...