Technical Program Manage Engineer; Group FATP_PE_TPM-Houston,TX Job Houston area,Texas USA,Engineering

Position: 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:
1. Industry 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.

2. Project Management

Led 2-3+ technical projects with measurable outcomes.
Proficient in MS Project/Jira/Trello/Asana; PMBOK/Agile methodologies.
Proven risk identification and mitigation planning.

3. Technical Skills

Manufacturing engineering: ATE, AOI, robotics, line layout, OEE optimization.
Data analysis:
Excel, Python, SQL, BI tools for decision support.

Skills

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.