Project Lead – Automotive Connected Vehicle Systems; Mountain View, CA

Are you interested in the latest technologies, exciting projects, and a great team that warmly welcomes you in its midst? Perfect. Then come join us!

• You are applying for a position at Technica Engineering Inc in USA.

• Technica Engineering Inc. is part of the Technica Group with currently around 1000 employees worldwide.🌍

Technica Engineering Inc. is a multinational company helping automotive manufacturers and suppliers design, test, and validate connected, intelligent, and safe vehicles.

We combine the agility of a startup with the stability of a company that has been growing steadily since 2008. Our teams work at the forefront of in‑vehicle networking, connectivity, and security, shaping technologies such as Digital Key, infotainment, and advanced automotive electronics.

We are currently offering a position as

in Mountain View, CA on a permanent employment

We’re hiring a Project Lead to join our automotive team in Mountain View. This role focuses on projects with one primary vehicle OEM (BMW), along with multiple smaller projects involving device OEMs and technology partners.

You’ll own and coordinate complex automotive projects across domains such as Digital Key, Infotainment, Connectivity, and Entertainment, while leading a small team of test engineers and working closely with customers, partners, and internal teams.

This role is well suited for someone with solid automotive experience who enjoys responsibility, customer interaction, and operating in environments that require managing ambiguity.

• Lead and coordinate automotive projects for BMW and select device OEM / technology partners
• Manage multiple parallel projects with varying scope and timelines
• Lead and manage a small team of test engineers, including task planning, prioritization, and day‑to‑day guidance
• Act as a key interface to customers, internal teams, and external partners
• Manage ambiguity across evolving requirements, technical constraints, and customer expectations
• Plan, assign, and track tasks across projects and team members
• Support HIL and automotive test bench setup, operation, and maintenance
• Identify risks, gaps, and open topics and proactively drive them to resolution
• Ensure clear communication, documentation, and alignment across stakeholders

• 4+ years of experience in the automotive industry
• Experience in project‑based, test, validation, or systems roles
• Prior experience coordinating or leading engineers or small technical teams
• Strong communication skills and a structured, ownership‑driven mindset
• Technical background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Existing working permission for US, California

• Experience working with BMW or BMW‑affiliated projects
• Familiarity with BMW flashing processes or validation workflows
• Hands‑on experience with HIL systems or automotive test benches
• Background in connected vehicle, infotainment, or digital key domains

• Full‑time, direct‑hire position with permanent employment in our US based company Technica Engineering Inc.
• Competitive base salary: $155,000 – $185,000, depending on experience
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedule
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Relocation assistance available, if applicable

Your job at Technica is permanent, and you will make a big impact in the future. Someone with experience from your team will personally and individually accompany you as your coach/mentor from the start. Our internal Technica trainings will prepare you for project deployment and your personal development. The Technica family stands for open and friendly interaction, flat hierarchies, flexible working, employee‑ and family‑friendly working hours, numerous events, delicious coffee, and more.

• Exciting, modern technology use cases in the automotive sector (Digital Vehicle Access).
• A motivated expert team…