Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Piper Companies is seeking a Hardware Engineering Program Manager located near San Jose, CA to lead large-scale, complex hardware development initiatives within the high-tech infrastructure industry. The Hardware Engineering Program Manager will play a critical role in managing engineering execution while also remaining hands-on and technically engaged across multiple disciplines. The Hardware Engineering Program Manager is a full-time onsite position near San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities of the Hardware Engineering Program Manager:

* Drive full lifecycle hardware development programs from concept through production, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.

* Lead cross-functional coordination across mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, and systems engineering teams, ensuring alignment and execution.

* Own program schedules, dependencies, and risk mitigation while actively stepping in to support technical problem-solving when needed.

* Manage relationships with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and external partners to ensure seamless production and delivery.

* Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making across infrastructure domains including data centers, wiring, fiber, power, and server systems.

Qualifications of the Hardware Engineering Program Manager:

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline.

* 10+ years of engineering experience within high-tech hardware environments (networking, data center infrastructure, servers, or electronics).

* 5+ years of program management experience leading complex hardware or embedded systems initiatives.

* Strong technical breadth across hardware domains (mechanical, electrical, thermal, signal, and infrastructure systems) with the ability to dive into details.

* Proficiency in program management platforms such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Jira, or Confluence.

Compensation for the Hardware Engineering Program Manager includes:

* Salary range: $210,000-$250,000

* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO

This job opens for applications on 06/15/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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